2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2007 Dodge Caliber and 2007 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,146 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caliber (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 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 E. 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 E (270 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 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 E | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Caliber | E |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2146 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 65 L |