2008 Dodge Caliber vs. 1997 Innocenti Mille
To start off, 2008 Dodge Caliber is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Innocenti Mille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Innocenti Mille would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Caliber (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1997 Innocenti Mille. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1997 Innocenti Mille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 565 kg more than 1997 Innocenti Mille. 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, 2008 Dodge Caliber (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Innocenti Mille. (72 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Innocenti Mille.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Caliber | 1997 Innocenti Mille | |
| Make | Dodge | Innocenti |
| Model | Caliber | Mille |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2370 mm |
