2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 2006 Volkswagen Pickup
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caliber is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Pickup would be higher. At 1,798 cc, 2007 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caliber (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup.
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 (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caliber | 2006 Volkswagen Pickup | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Caliber | Pickup |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1594 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |
