2008 Dodge Caliber vs. 2007 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2008 Dodge Caliber is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Caliber (285 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Musso.
Because 2007 SsangYong Musso 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 SsangYong Musso 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Musso. (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Caliber | 2007 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
| Model | Caliber | Musso |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |
