2007 Peugeot 307 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 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Peugeot 307 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 34 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 307. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 112 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Dodge Caliber (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 307. (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 307. 2007 Peugeot 307 has automatic transmission and 2011 Dodge Caliber has manual transmission. 2011 Dodge Caliber will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Peugeot 307 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 307 | 2011 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Peugeot | Dodge |
| Model | 307 | Caliber |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |
