2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caliber is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 720 kg more than 2007 Dodge Caliber. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (190 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Caliber | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
Model | Caliber | Discovery |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 2082 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 82 L |