2008 Dodge Caliber vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Dodge Caliber is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Caliber (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 182 kg more than 2008 Dodge Caliber.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Caliber. (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Caliber | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Caliber | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 58 L |
