2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 2007 Ford Ka
To start off, both 2007 Dodge Caliber and 2007 Ford Ka were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caliber (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 406 kg more than 2007 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (190 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ka. 2007 Dodge Caliber has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Ka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Caliber will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caliber | 2007 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Caliber | Ka |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1019 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 40 L |
