2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caliber is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caliber (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Bora.
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 (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caliber | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Caliber | Bora |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |
