2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 2000 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caliber is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi L 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caliber (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi L 200.
Because 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 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, 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 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, 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caliber | 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Caliber | L 200 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2970 mm |
