2007 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2011 Dodge Caliber is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Caliber (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 173 kg more than 2011 Dodge Caliber.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dodge Caliber. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic 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, 2011 Dodge Caliber (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 2011 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Honda | Dodge |
| Model | Civic | Caliber |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1581 kg | 1408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |
