2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, both 2007 Dodge Caliber and 2007 Mercedes-Benz B were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caliber (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B.
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 Mercedes-Benz B (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caliber. 2007 Mercedes-Benz B 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 Mercedes-Benz B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Caliber | 2007 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Caliber | B |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 54 L |