2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 2005 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caliber is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Caliber.
Because 2005 Ford Mustang 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 2005 Ford Mustang. 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, 2005 Ford Mustang (310 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (224 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Caliber | 2005 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Caliber | Mustang |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 310 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 61 L |