2003 Opel Signum vs. 2011 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2011 Dodge Caliber is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Signum would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2003 Opel Signum. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Signum weights approximately 19 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Dodge Caliber (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Signum. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Signum | 2011 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Opel | Dodge |
| Model | Signum | Caliber |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 51 L |
