2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2009 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Caliber (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 32 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Dodge Caliber (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C5. (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C5 | 2009 Dodge Caliber | |
Make | Citroen | Dodge |
Model | C5 | Caliber |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1993 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 | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 196 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 | 1517 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 51 L |