2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 2003 Honda City
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caliber is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda City would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caliber (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2003 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda City.
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 (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Caliber | 2003 Honda City | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Caliber | City |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |