2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 2006 Isuzu I-280
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caliber is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Isuzu I-280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Isuzu I-280 would be higher. At 2,770 cc, 2006 Isuzu I-280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu I-280 (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu I-280 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Caliber.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Isuzu I-280 (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu I-280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caliber | 2006 Isuzu I-280 | |
| Make | Dodge | Isuzu |
| Model | Caliber | I-280 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2770 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 74 L |
