2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caliber is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caliber (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 282 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (190 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caliber | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Caliber | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1830 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |
