2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 2007 Ford Edge
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Edge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Edge would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
Because 2007 Ford Edge is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Caliber. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge 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, 2007 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (190 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Caliber | 2007 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Caliber | Edge |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 76 L |
