2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caliber is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 SsangYong Chairman H would be higher. At 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 205 kg more than 2007 Dodge Caliber. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 SsangYong Chairman H is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caliber, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 SsangYong Chairman H (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (190 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caliber | 2004 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
| Model | Caliber | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2787 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2910 mm |
