2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caliber is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Caliber.
Because 2000 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caliber. 2000 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caliber | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Caliber | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3270 mm |
