2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 1996 Kia Avella
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caliber is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Avella would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caliber (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Dodge Caliber (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caliber | 1996 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Caliber | Avella |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2400 mm |
