2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 2008 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tundra 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tundra (382 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 95 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2008 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (190 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Caliber | 2008 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Caliber | Tundra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 6300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 4190 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 100 L |