2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caliber is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caliber (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dodge Caliber. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Opel Frontera (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caliber. 1999 Opel Frontera has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Caliber has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Caliber will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Opel Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caliber | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Caliber | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
