Dodge Caliber vs. Honda Civic Review

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. It costs almost the same to get the Dodge Caliber to the dealership as the Honda Civic. The Caliber doesn't pale in comparison to the Honda with respect to fuel economy. Regarding fuel economy, the Honda beats the Caliber. The Dodge Caliber isn't much more expensive than the Honda Civic with respect to MSRP.

Utility
Neither the Honda nor the Dodge Caliber has a marked advantage as far as seating capacity. Towing is substantially more the Dodge Caliber's forte than it is the Honda Civic's.

Convenience
The Caliber's fuel tank will need to be replenished a bit more often than the unit in the Civic.

Comfort
While the front cabin in the Dodge Caliber offers a bit more head room than the Honda Civic, there really isn't much of a difference. The ampler interior dimensions of the Dodge Caliber make it considerably roomier for your passengers than the Honda Civic.

Dimensions
The Civic's tank is almost the same size as the Caliber's, though the Dodge's is a little larger. The Dodge Caliber and the Honda Civic compete for the same parking spaces.

Handling
With their similar turning radii, the Honda Civic and the Caliber most definitely handle approximately the same into and out of tight spots.

Drivetrain
Torque is the force that lets you accelerate quickly, and in this respect, the Honda Civic isn't much more powerful than the Dodge Caliber.

Warranty
The Dodge Caliber and the Honda Civic have the same basic warranty.