2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 2010 Chevrolet Aveo
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Aveo 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 1,798 cc, 2007 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caliber (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Aveo. (108 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 230 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Aveo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Dodge Caliber (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Aveo. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caliber | 2010 Chevrolet Aveo | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Caliber | Aveo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1600 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3919 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1679 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2479 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 45 L |
