2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 2011 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i20 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caliber (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i20.
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 (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i20. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caliber | 2011 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Caliber | i20 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 16 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
