2007 Honda S2000 vs. 2012 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2012 Dodge Caliber is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Caliber. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 14 kg more than 2007 Honda S2000.
Because 2007 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Caliber, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda S2000 | 2012 Dodge Caliber | |
Make | Honda | Dodge |
Model | S2000 | Caliber |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1534 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |