2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q5 weights approximately 430 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 2012 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dodge Caliber. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 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, 2012 Audi Q5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (190 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Caliber | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Dodge | Audi |
Model | Caliber | Q5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 75 L |