2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 2011 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2011 Nissan NP300 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caliber (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2011 Nissan NP300. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2007 Dodge Caliber.
Because 2011 Nissan NP300 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 2011 Nissan NP300. 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, 2007 Dodge Caliber (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan NP300. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caliber | 2011 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Caliber | NP300 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 75 L |
