2000 Citroen C3 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 C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Caliber (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 535 kg more than 2000 Citroen C3. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 2009 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | C3 | Caliber |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |
