2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 2012 Opel Combo
To start off, 2012 Opel Combo 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, 2007 Dodge Caliber (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2012 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Combo.
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, 2007 Dodge Caliber (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caliber | 2012 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Caliber | Combo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1364 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 52 L |
