2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 5 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 1,798 cc, 2007 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 30 kg more than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (340 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caliber | 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Dodge | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Caliber | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1742 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
