2007 Volkswagen Polo 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 Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Polo 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 43 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 234 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Polo (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Polo | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Dodge |
| Model | Polo | Caliber |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1174 kg | 1408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |
