2005 Dodge Caliber Concept

Like Dodge's Durango, Dakota, Magnum and of course, the larger-than-life Ram pickup, the Caliber follows suit with the brand's

Though not as large as on its trucks, the Caliber retains the brand's signature crosshair grille. (Photo: DaimlerChrysler Canada)

aggressive family face. Though not as large as on its trucks, the Caliber retains Dodge's signature crosshair grille, while its chunky, offset headlamps are slightly smaller and more aerodynamically styled. Pumped-up wheel arches and a matte-black roof appliqué carry the imposing look to the tail's blocky, jeweled lamps and spoiler-capped hatchback.

For such an unlikely vehicle, the Caliber certainly speaks the Dodge styling language. What's more, the Caliber isn't to be confused with Chrysler's PT Cruiser. The two have nothing in common. Where the Chrysler's roots are

According to insiders, when the Caliber arrives on European roads in 2006, most of what is displayed at Geneva will be put into production. (Photo: DaimlerChrysler Canada)

looking to the past, the Dodge is sporty, chiseled and directed at the future.

According to Dodge head of design Dave McKinnon, every Dodge vehicle to prowl the streets should carry the same kind of in-your-face attitude as the Caliber.

McKinnon says, "Think of a Chrysler as a hand-built acoustic guitar; think of a Dodge as a bright red Stratocaster," a day-and-night difference between the sophistication and luxury that Chrysler is trying to evoke, and the rock 'n' roll attitude of Dodge. That said, according to insiders, when the car arrives on European roads in 2006, most of what is displayed at Geneva will be put into production.