2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 2007 Ford Territory
To start off, both 2007 Dodge Caliber and 2007 Ford Territory were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,982 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (328 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 690 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 2007 Ford Territory 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, 2007 Ford Territory 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, 2007 Ford Territory (480 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caliber. 2007 Ford Territory has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Caliber has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Caliber will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Territory will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caliber | 2007 Ford Territory | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Caliber | Territory |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3982 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 75 L |
