2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (397 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Caliber.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dodge Caliber. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M 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 Mercedes-Benz M (601 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caliber | 2013 Mercedes-Benz M | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Caliber | M |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2915 mm |
