2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Caliber. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Caliber would be higher. At 2,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caliber (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 535 kg more 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 Dodge Caliber (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Caliber | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Caliber | Ducato |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 2480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 80 L |