2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 2009 Peugeot 307
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Caliber and 2009 Peugeot 307 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 138 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 231 kg more than 2009 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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Peugeot 307. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Caliber | 2009 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
Model | Caliber | 307 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1254 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |