2007 Renault Clio 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 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Clio would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Caliber (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 72 kg more than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Dodge Caliber (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio. 2007 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 2010 Dodge Caliber has manual transmission. 2010 Dodge Caliber will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Clio | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
Make | Renault | Dodge |
Model | Clio | Caliber |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1408 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1534 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |