2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 2008 Opel Antara
To start off, 2008 Opel Antara 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 6 more horse power than 2008 Opel Antara. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 430 kg more than 2007 Dodge Caliber.
Because 2008 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (190 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caliber | 2008 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Caliber | Antara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 65 L |
