2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 2003 Vauxhall Signum
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caliber is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Signum would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Signum (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Signum should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Signum weights approximately 57 kg more than 2007 Dodge Caliber. 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, 2003 Vauxhall Signum (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (190 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caliber | 2003 Vauxhall Signum | |
| Make | Dodge | Vauxhall |
| Model | Caliber | Signum |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2840 mm |
