1965 Citroen DS vs. 2008 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2008 Dodge Caliber is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Caliber (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1965 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Citroen DS weights approximately 90 kg more than 2008 Dodge Caliber.
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, 1965 Citroen DS (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Caliber. (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1965 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Citroen DS | 2008 Dodge Caliber | |
Make | Citroen | Dodge |
Model | DS | Caliber |
Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 51 L |