2001 Citroen C3 vs. 2009 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Caliber (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3.
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 (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C3 | 2009 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | C3 | Caliber |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 51 L |
