Model Year | 2009 | 2023 | |
Model | Dodge Caliber | Ford Escape | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 285 hp@5700 265 lb-ft@2000 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5500 280 lb-ft@3000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 8-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.7 in | 106.7 in | -3 in |
Length | 173.8 in | 180.1 in | -6.3 in |
Width | 68.8 in | 74.1 in | -5.3 in |
Height | 60.4 in | 66.1 in | -5.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3156 lb. | 3551 lb. | -395 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.6 gal. | 14.8 gal. | -1.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 40.0 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.2 in | 57.6 in | -3.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.2 in | 55.2 in | -3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 40.9 in | 0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 39.3 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.4 in | 56.0 in | -2.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.6 in | 53.3 in | -3.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 38.8 in | -3.2 in |
Total Legroom | 77.4 in (over 2 rows) | 79.7 in (over 2 rows) | -2.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.5 ft3 | 37.5 ft3 | -19 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 48.0 ft3 | 65.4 ft3 | -17.4 ft3 |
2009 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Ford Escape.