2005 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2006 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caliber is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Caliber (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 99 kg more than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. 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, 2006 Dodge Caliber (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Berlingo | 2006 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Berlingo | Caliber |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |
