2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 2013 Mazda CX-09
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-09 is newer by 6 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 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mazda CX-09 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda CX-09 (269 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-09 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-09 weights approximately 637 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 2013 Mazda CX-09 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, 2013 Mazda CX-09 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, 2013 Mazda CX-09 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (190 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda CX-09 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caliber | 2013 Mazda CX-09 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Caliber | CX-09 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 2062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5108 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1936 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1728 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 76 L |
