2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 381 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 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dodge Caliber. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 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 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caliber | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Caliber | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |
