2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 4 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), 2011 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (311 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 500 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 2011 BMW X3 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, 2011 BMW X3 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, 2011 BMW X3 (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (190 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caliber | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Caliber | X3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 67 L |
