2011 Dodge Caliber vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Dodge Caliber. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Dodge Caliber would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 27 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Dodge Caliber (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Dodge Caliber | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Citroen |
| Model | Caliber | C5 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1366 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1534 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 66 L |
