2008 Dodge Caliber vs. 2008 Peugeot 807
To start off, both 2008 Dodge Caliber and 2008 Peugeot 807 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 807 (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Caliber. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 359 kg more than 2008 Dodge Caliber. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Peugeot 807 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Caliber. (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 807 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Caliber. 2008 Peugeot 807 has automatic transmission and 2008 Dodge Caliber has manual transmission. 2008 Dodge Caliber will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Peugeot 807 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Caliber | 2008 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Caliber | 807 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1784 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 80 L |
