2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Galant 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 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Galant (258 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Mitsubishi Galant (351 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caliber. 2009 Mitsubishi Galant has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Caliber has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Caliber will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mitsubishi Galant will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caliber | 2009 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Caliber | Galant |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3828 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 258 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 67 L |
