2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara

To start off, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 216 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 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, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (190 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caliber.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Dodge Caliber 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara
Make Dodge Suzuki
Model Caliber Grand Vitara
Year Released 2007 2010
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 2393 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 154 HP 166 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 219 Nm
Torque RPM 5100 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1362 kg 1578 kg
Vehicle Length 4420 mm 4465 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1811 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1684 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2639 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 51 L 66 L


 

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