2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 82 kg more than 2009 Citroen C3. 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, 2010 Dodge Caliber (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3. 2009 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2010 Dodge Caliber has manual transmission. 2010 Dodge Caliber will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | C3 | Caliber |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |
