2007 Dodge Durango vs. 2008 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2008 Dodge Caliber is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Caliber. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Caliber.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Caliber. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango 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, 2007 Dodge Durango (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Caliber. (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Caliber. 2007 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2008 Dodge Caliber has manual transmission. 2008 Dodge Caliber will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Durango | 2008 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Durango | Caliber |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 51 L |
