2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caliber is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caliber (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dodge Caliber. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Caliber | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Caliber | Sorento |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |