2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 2009 Kia Rio
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 2 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caliber (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 146 kg more than 2007 Dodge Caliber.
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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caliber | 2009 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Caliber | Rio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1508 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 45 L |
