2007 Citroen C5 vs. 2007 Dodge Caliber
To start off, both 2007 Citroen C5 and 2007 Dodge Caliber were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,178 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caliber (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C5 weights approximately 281 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caliber. 2007 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Caliber has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Caliber will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C5 | 2007 Dodge Caliber | |
Make | Citroen | Dodge |
Model | C5 | Caliber |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2178 cc | 1798 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1385 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 | 7.1 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 51 L |