2007 Citroen C5 vs. 2009 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Caliber (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C5.
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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C5 | 2009 Dodge Caliber | |
Make | Citroen | Dodge |
Model | C5 | Caliber |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2178 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 51 L |