2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 2003 Opel Signum
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Signum would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Caliber (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2003 Opel Signum. (99 HP @ 3120 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Signum.
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 Opel Signum (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Caliber | 2003 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Caliber | Signum |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3120 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |
