2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 2012 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2012 Honda Odyssey 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Odyssey (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 542 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.
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 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (190 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caliber | 2012 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Caliber | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1967 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 79 L |
