2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper 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 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 36 more horse power than 2008 Mini Cooper. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2008 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 110 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (190 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caliber | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Dodge | Mini |
| Model | Caliber | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 40 L |
