2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 2009 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2009 Lancia Phedra 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caliber (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Lancia Phedra. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2009 Lancia Phedra.
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 Phedra (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Lancia Phedra 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 Phedra | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Caliber | Phedra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 80 L |
