2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 2000 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caliber is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Taurus (154 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Taurus 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, 2000 Ford Taurus (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caliber. 2000 Ford Taurus 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. 2000 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caliber | 2000 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Caliber | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 68 L |
