2008 Dodge Caliber vs. 2004 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2008 Dodge Caliber is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Previa would be higher. Both 2008 Dodge Caliber and 2004 Toyota Previa are equipped with a 2,360 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Caliber (285 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Previa. (157 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Previa.
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 (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Caliber | 2004 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Caliber | Previa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2900 mm |
