2009 Brilliance BS4 vs. 2007 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Caliber. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Caliber would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caliber (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2009 Brilliance BS4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2007 Dodge Caliber.
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, 2007 Dodge Caliber (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Brilliance BS4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Brilliance BS4 | 2007 Dodge Caliber | |
Make | Brilliance | Dodge |
Model | BS4 | Caliber |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 51 L |