2008 Dodge Caliber vs. 2007 Toyota Avanza
To start off, 2008 Dodge Caliber is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Avanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Avanza would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Caliber (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 331 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Dodge Caliber (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Caliber | 2007 Toyota Avanza | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Caliber | Avanza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1094 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 45 L |
