2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 2011 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2011 Nissan Quest 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Caliber.
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, 2011 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caliber | 2011 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Caliber | Quest |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 76 L |
