2008 Dodge Caliber vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Dodge Caliber is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Caliber (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 507 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Caliber. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Caliber. (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Caliber | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Caliber | Civic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 50 L |
