2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caliber is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (201 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Caliber.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Honda Accord (196 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caliber | 1998 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Caliber | Accord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |
