2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caliber is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caliber (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 240 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caliber | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Caliber | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 44 L |
