2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 2008 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2008 Infiniti FX 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 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti FX (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Caliber.
Because 2008 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dodge Caliber. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Infiniti FX (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caliber. 2008 Infiniti FX 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. 2008 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caliber | 2008 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
| Model | Caliber | FX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 90 L |
