2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 2009 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Patrol (159 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Caliber.
Because 2009 Nissan Patrol is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Nissan Patrol. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caliber, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caliber | 2009 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Caliber | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 135 L |
