2008 Dodge Caliber vs. 2007 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2008 Dodge Caliber is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Qashqai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Qashqai would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Caliber (285 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Qashqai.
Because 2007 Nissan Qashqai 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 Nissan Qashqai 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, 2008 Dodge Caliber (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Caliber | 2007 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Caliber | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 65 L |
