2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caliber is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (161 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 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, 2007 Dodge Caliber (320 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm). This means 2007 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caliber | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Caliber | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 56 L |
