2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caliber (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 495 kg more than 2007 Dodge Caliber.
Because 2008 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (190 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caliber. 2007 Dodge Caliber has automatic transmission and 2008 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2008 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Caliber will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Dodge Caliber | 2008 Tata Safari | |
Make | Dodge | Tata |
Model | Caliber | Safari |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |