2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 2011 Citroen Berlingo

To start off, 2011 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Caliber. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Caliber 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 60 more horse power than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen Berlingo.

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, 2011 Citroen Berlingo (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Caliber.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Dodge Caliber 2011 Citroen Berlingo
Make Dodge Citroen
Model Caliber Berlingo
Year Released 2009 2011
Body Type Hatchback Panel Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2360 cc 1560 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 168 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.9 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 97 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 18.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 191 km/hour 173 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.1 seconds 14 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 4420 mm 4390 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.9 L/100km 5.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 51 L 60 L


 

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