2000 Citroen C1 vs. 2009 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C1 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Caliber (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C1.
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 (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C1 | 2009 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | C1 | Caliber |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 51 L |
