2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caliber is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic 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 20 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (128 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic.
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, 2007 Dodge Caliber (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caliber | 2000 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Caliber | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 94.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| 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 | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 50 L |
