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Dodge Caliber vs. Ford Taurus Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Dodge Caliber vs. Ford Taurus Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $24,825

Dodge Caliber R/T   
Difference: $7,870

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,151

Dodge Caliber R/T   
Difference: $6,758

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082008
ModelCaliberTaurus
TrimR/TLimited
Body4dr Hatch4dr Sedan
Base Price $19,310 $27,620
Base Invoice $18,032 $25,388
Driver Convenience Group 760  
Security Group 440  
Leather Interior Group 595  
Front side airbags 250  
Sunroof 795 895
Chrome-clad alloy wheels 700 695
Navigation system 1,395 1,995
Satellite radio   195
Stability control   495
Driver Convenience Group 699  
Security Group 405  
Leather Interior Group 547  
Front side airbags 230  
Sunroof 731 779
Chrome-clad alloy wheels 644 605
Navigation system 1,283 1,736
Satellite radio   170
Stability control   431
Options (change) 4,935 4,275
Options (change) 4,539 3,721
Destination 580 800
Total Price $24,825 $32,695
Total Invoice $23,151 $29,909

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Dodge Caliber vs. Ford Taurus

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Dodge Caliber R/T
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,140
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,175
Model Year20082008
ModelCaliberTaurus
TrimR/TLimited
Body4dr Hatch4dr Sedan
Engine172hp I4263hp V6
TransmissionM5A6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)458, 9?, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/55-18225/55-18
Total Price$24,825$32,695
Adjustments for Features0-1,730
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,825$30,965
Total Invoice$23,151$29,909
Adjustments for Features0-1,583
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$23,151$28,326

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Features Comparison: Dodge Caliber vs. Ford Taurus

Model Year20082008
ModelCaliberTaurus
TrimR/TLimited
Body4dr Hatch4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0 
6-speed automatic $1000
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100 
Keyless entry keypad $50
Universal garage door opener$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist$50 
Knee airbag, driver$75 
Rollover sensor $50
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50 
Cargo cover$75 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200
Dual-zone climate control $125
Rear air vents $100
Rear wiper$175 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Rear spoiler$200 
Infotainment 
Articulating liftgate speakers$50 
Satellite radio $200
Satellite radio - one year subscription$250 
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
USB port $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock $25
Automatic headlights $125
Heated mirrors $25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Visor mirror, driver$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50
Manual recliner, second row seats$75 
Memory system, driver seat $200
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$1,345$3,075
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,730
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,583

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Specifications Comparison: Dodge Caliber vs. Ford Taurus

Model Year20082008
ModelCaliberTaurus
Body4dr Hatch4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.7 in112.9 in
Length173.8 in200.4 in
Width68.8 in74.5 in
Height60.4 in61.5 in
Curb Weight2,967 lb.3,644 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.6 gal.20.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.0 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.2 in57.8 in
Row 1 Hip Room52.2 in53.7 in
Row 1 Legroom41.8 in41.3 in
Row 2 Headroom38.9 in38.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.4 in57.5 in
Row 2 Hip Room49.6 in53.7 in
Row 2 Legroom35.6 in41.3 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
18.5 ft321.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
48.0 ft321.2 ft3

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Option Package Details
Dodge Caliber R/T

Driver Convenience Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Trip computer150Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested40080%
Total Not Requested10020%
Security Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Traction control100Yes
Stability control400Yes
Brake assist50No
Alarm100No
Daytime running lights (optional)0No
Total Requested50077%
Total Not Requested15023%
Leather Interior Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Total Requested950100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Ford Taurus Limited

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75No
Total Requested60089%
Total Not Requested7511%

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