2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 2010 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2010 Toyota Hilux 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 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caliber (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 105 kg more than 2007 Dodge Caliber.
Because 2010 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux. 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 Toyota Hilux (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (190 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caliber. 2007 Dodge Caliber has automatic transmission and 2010 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2010 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Caliber will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caliber | 2010 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Caliber | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 80 L |
