2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,177 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 186 kg more than 2010 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
Make | Citroen | Dodge |
Model | C5 | Caliber |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2177 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1534 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 51 L |