2006 Citroen C4 vs. 2011 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2011 Dodge Caliber is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C4 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 68 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C4. (90 HP @ 1900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C4 weights approximately 9 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, 2006 Citroen C4 (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C4 | 2011 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | C4 | Caliber |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |
