2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 2011 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2011 Nissan X-Trail 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan X-Trail (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Caliber.
Because 2011 Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan X-Trail 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 X-Trail | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Caliber | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 65 L |