2007 Nissan 1400 vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan 1400 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Because 2007 Nissan 1400 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 Nissan 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Dodge Caliber (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan 1400 | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Nissan | Dodge |
| Model | 1400 | Caliber |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |
