2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2007 Dodge Caliber and 2007 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S80 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster 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 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caliber. 2007 Volvo S80 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 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Caliber | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Dodge | Volvo |
Model | Caliber | S80 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |