Mazda MAZDASPEED3 vs. Dodge Caliber Review

Performance
Regarding horsepower, the Mazda MAZDASPEED3 packs quite a wallop and will knock the Caliber down a few rungs. On the other hand, bear in mind that high horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Handling
With their similar turning circles, the Caliber and the Mazda MAZDASPEED3 likely handle roughly the same into and out of tight spots.

Drivetrain
The Mazda MAZDASPEED3's engine is considerably more sizeable than the Dodge Caliber's. Bear in mind that more massive engines may use more gas than smaller ones. The Mazda packs quite a punch compared to the Dodge Caliber regarding torque, which is the force that lets you accelerate quickly.

Utility
Neither the Caliber nor the Mazda has a marked advantage as far as seating capacity.

Convenience
You quite certainly won't have to visit your friendly gas station more often with the Mazda MAZDASPEED3 than with the Caliber, as both offer comparable ranges.

Comfort
While the front cabin in the Dodge Caliber offers a bit more head room than the MAZDASPEED3, there really isn't much of a difference. The Dodge Caliber is not particularly roomier for your passengers than the Mazda MAZDASPEED3.

Dimensions
The Mazda is tremendously more bulky than the Dodge Caliber. Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the Mazda MAZDASPEED3 than the Dodge because of its larger tank. The Dodge Caliber and the Mazda MAZDASPEED3 compete for the same parking spaces.

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. The Dodge Caliber is significantly cheaper to get to the dealership than the Mazda MAZDASPEED3. The Mazda MAZDASPEED3 pales in comparison to the Dodge Caliber with respect to fuel economy. Producing a precise fuel economy evaluation is so hard that some think not even the federal government can do it, but it looks as though the Dodge Caliber is the winner with respect to gas mileage. With respect to MSRP, the Dodge Caliber costs substantially less than the Mazda MAZDASPEED3.

Warranty
The Mazda MAZDASPEED3 and the Dodge Caliber have the same basic after-sale protection.