1944 Citroen 15 vs. 2009 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 65 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1944 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Caliber (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1944 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1944 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 100 kg more than 1944 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Caliber (190 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1944 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1944 Citroen 15. 2009 Dodge Caliber has automatic transmission and 1944 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1944 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Caliber will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Citroen 15 | 2009 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | 15 | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1944 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2640 mm |
