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Ford Taurus vs. Dodge Caliber Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Ford Taurus vs. Dodge Caliber Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $28,690

Dodge Caliber SRT4   
Difference: $14,205

Lowest Total Invoice: $26,763

Dodge Caliber SRT4   
Difference: $12,490

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122009
ModelTaurusCaliber
TrimSHOSRT4
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Base Price $38,155 $24,840
Base Invoice $35,025 $23,208
Package 401A 2,000  
Navigation system 1,850  
Ashtray and lighter (optional) 95 30
SRT Option Group   215
Security Group   1,485
Leather Interior Group   695
Sunroof   795
Package 401A 1,740  
Navigation system 1,610  
Ashtray and lighter (optional) 83 27
SRT Option Group   192
Security Group   1,351
Leather Interior Group   632
Sunroof   723
Options (change) 3,945 3,220
Options (change) 3,433 2,925
Destination 795 630
Total Price $42,895 $28,690
Total Invoice $39,253 $26,763

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Dodge Caliber

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Dodge Caliber SRT4
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,130
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,931
Model Year20122009
ModelTaurusCaliber
TrimSHOSRT4
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Engine365hp V6285hp I4
TransmissionT6M6
DrivetrainAWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/25 MPG21/26 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)390, 12?, 4
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/45-19225/45-19
Total Price$42,895$28,690
Adjustments for Features-6,0750
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$36,820$28,690
Total Invoice$39,253$26,763
Adjustments for Features-5,5590
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$33,694$26,763

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Features Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Dodge Caliber

Model Year20122009
ModelTaurusCaliber
TrimSHOSRT4
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
6-speed manual $150
AWD$1700 
FWD $0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Keyless entry keypad$50 
Proximity key$250 
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25 
Knee airbag, driver $75
Obstacle detection, rear$250 
Rearview camera$200 
Rollover sensor$50 
Safety key$5 
Temporary spare tire$150 
Vehicle health reports$0 
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Cargo cover $75
Cargo net$40 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200 
Dual-zone climate control$125 
Rear air vents$100 
Rear wiper $175
Exterior 
Body kit $0
Hood scoop $100
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25 
HD radio$50 
Navigation, turn-by-turn$25 
Satellite radio$200 
Satellite radio - one year subscription $250
SMS text-to-speech reader$25 
Surround sound$250 
Traffic + travel information$25 
Traffic information $25
Voice control for external devices$0 
Voice recorder $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75 
Automatic headlights$125 
Boost gauge $75
Compass$0 
Fog lights $125
Heated mirrors$25 
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50 
Interior ambient lighting$150 
Performance meter $150
Trip computer$150 
Visor mirror, driver $10
Visor mirror, passenger $10
Xenon HID headlights$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Cooled or ventilated front seats$300 
Door sill trim plates$100 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual recliner, second row seats $75
Memory system, driver seat$200 
Metal pedals$75 
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power recliner, driver seat$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100 
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces$0 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional) $0
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100 
Total Value of Features$7,770$1,695
Value of Feature Adjustments$6,075$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-5,5590

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Specifications Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Dodge Caliber

Model Year20122009
ModelTaurusCaliber
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Wheelbase112.9 in103.7 in
Length202.9 in173.8 in
Width76.2 in68.8 in
Height60.7 in60.4 in
Curb Weight4,415 lb.3,156 lb.
Fuel Capacity20.0 gal.13.6 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.0 in40.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.9 in54.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room56.3 in52.2 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in41.8 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in38.9 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.9 in53.4 in
Row 2 Hip Room55.8 in49.6 in
Row 2 Legroom38.1 in35.6 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		20.1 ft318.5 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		20.148.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
Ford Taurus SHO

Package 401A
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300No
Sunroof900Yes
Surround sound250No
Sony, 390W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested110055%
Total Not Requested90045%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
HD radio50No
Media drive, large15Yes
Total Requested69093%
Total Not Requested507%

Option Package Details
Dodge Caliber SRT4

SRT Option Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Cargo cover75No
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
AC power outlet100No
Performance meter150No
Total Requested35052%
Total Not Requested32548%
Security Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Front side airbags350Yes
CD player125Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Alarm100No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Voice recorder0No
USB port25Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
Total Requested134093%
Total Not Requested1007%
Leather Interior Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces450Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Total Requested650100%
Total Not Requested00%

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