2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caliber is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caliber (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caliber, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caliber | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Caliber | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 80 L |
