2009 Citroen C8 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 C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C8. (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C8 weights approximately 316 kg more than 2010 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 Citroen C8 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C8 | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | C8 | Caliber |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |
