Dodge Caliber vs. Kia Spectra5 Review

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. It costs about the same to get the Dodge Caliber to the dealership as the Spectra5. There frankly isn't much of a difference in gas mileage here, but if you must know, the Kia Spectra5 is slightly more economical than the Caliber. In terms of MSRP, the Kia Spectra5 costs considerably less than the Dodge Caliber.

Utility
The Dodge and the Kia Spectra5 can accommodate the same number of passengers.

Convenience
The Dodge Caliber's fuel tank will need to be replenished somewhat more often than the unit in the Kia.

Comfort
While the front cabin in the Spectra5 offers a bit more head room than the Dodge, there honestly isn't much of a difference. The Dodge is not particularly roomier for your passengers than the Kia.

Dimensions
The Dodge Caliber's tank is approximately the same size as the Kia Spectra5's, though the Kia Spectra5's is a bit larger. The Kia Spectra5 and the Dodge Caliber compete for the same parking spaces.

Handling
With their similar turning circles, the Kia Spectra5 and the Dodge most definitely handle almost the same into and out of tight spots.

Drivetrain
The Dodge and the Spectra5 have similar-sized engines, with a slight advantage to the Spectra5. The Dodge Caliber has no lessons to learn regarding torque from the Kia Spectra5.

Warranty
The basic warranty that comes with the Dodge Caliber isn't quite as generous as the Kia Spectra5's.