2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, both 2007 Dodge Caliber and 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,798 cc, 2007 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 155 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 Mercedes-Benz CLK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caliber, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 CLK (240 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caliber | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Caliber | CLK |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1795 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 62 L |
