2007 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 10 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen New Beetle (220 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Dodge |
| Model | New Beetle | Caliber |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |
