2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 3 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 765 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.
Because 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dodge Caliber. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 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, 2010 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caliber. 2010 BMW X6 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. 2010 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caliber | 2010 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Caliber | X6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2993 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 85 L |
