2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 1999 Kia Avella
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caliber is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Avella would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caliber (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 444 kg more than 1999 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Dodge Caliber (190 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 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 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caliber | 1999 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Caliber | Avella |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2400 mm |
