2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 2002 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Caliber (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 307. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 307.
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, 2009 Dodge Caliber (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 307. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Caliber | 2002 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Caliber | 307 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |
