1996 Citroen Saxo vs. 2006 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caliber is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen Saxo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen Saxo would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Caliber (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Saxo. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 535 kg more than 1996 Citroen Saxo. 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, 2006 Dodge Caliber (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Saxo. (95 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Saxo | 2006 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Saxo | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1527 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2640 mm |
