2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 2007 Kia Carens
To start off, both 2007 Dodge Caliber and 2007 Kia Carens were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caliber (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Kia Carens. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carens weights approximately 134 kg more than 2007 Dodge Caliber.
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 Kia Carens (189 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Caliber | 2007 Kia Carens | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Caliber | Carens |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1998 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1519 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |