2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 2007 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 240 kg more than 2007 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2007 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (190 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Caliber | 2007 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Caliber | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 87 L |
