2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2007 Dodge Caliber and 2007 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caliber (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna.
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 Renault Laguna (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (190 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caliber. 2007 Dodge Caliber has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Caliber will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Caliber | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Dodge | Renault |
Model | Caliber | Laguna |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |