2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 2009 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2009 Lancia Delta 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lancia Delta (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Delta weights approximately 45 kg more than 2007 Dodge Caliber. 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, 2009 Lancia Delta (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caliber | 2009 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Caliber | Delta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1956 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 58 L |
