Model Year | 2008 | 2010 | |
Model | Dodge Caliber | Dodge Charger | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 285 hp@5700 265 lb-ft@2000 |
5.7L V8 OHV-2v 368 hp@5800 395 lb-ft@4200 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.7 in | 120.0 in | -16.3 in |
Length | 173.8 in | 200.1 in | -26.3 in |
Width | 68.8 in | 74.5 in | -5.7 in |
Height | 60.4 in | 58.2 in | 2.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3156 lb. | 4029 lb. | -873 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.6 gal. | 18.0 gal. | -4.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 38.7 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.2 in | 59.3 in | -5.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.2 in | 56.2 in | -4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 41.8 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 36.2 in | 2.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.4 in | 57.6 in | -4.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.6 in | 56.2 in | -6.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 40.2 in | -4.6 in |
Total Legroom | 77.4 in (over 2 rows) | 82 in (over 2 rows) | -4.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.5 ft3 | 16.2 ft3 | 2.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 48.0 ft3 | 16.2 ft3 | 31.8 ft3 |
2008 Dodge Caliber Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.0L I4 CVT FWD |
I have taken many long trips and the front seats never leave you with any discomfort when getting out. see full Dodge Caliber review |
2007 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.0L I4 CVT FWD |
Plenty of room to stretch out. see full Dodge Caliber review |
2007 | 4dr Hatch 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
Nicely shaped seats, roomy, feels much larger inside than it is. see full Dodge Caliber review |
2008 Dodge Caliber Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.0L I4 CVT FWD |
With front seats all the way back, limited legroom. Not a big deal see full Dodge Caliber review |
2007 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.0L I4 CVT FWD |
When front seats are sild back, very little leg room for passengers in back--even kids. see full Dodge Caliber review |
2007 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.0L I4 CVT FWD |
Not enough rear knee room. Hard to enter and exit the back seat. see full Dodge Caliber review |
2010 Dodge Charger Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic RWD |
I previously owned a crossover vehicle and this car has much more leg room. see full Dodge Charger review |