2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 2009 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca 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 3,630 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Caliber.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dodge Caliber. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Tribeca (350 Nm @ 450 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caliber. 2009 Subaru Tribeca 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 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caliber | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Caliber | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3630 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 64 L |
