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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Caliber.
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 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (170 Nm @ 5200 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 | 1799 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| 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 Tank Capacity | 51 L | 67 L |
