Model Year | 2011 | 2008 | |
Model | Dodge Caliber | Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@6400 141 lb-ft@5000 |
2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 150 hp@5000 170 lb-ft@3750 |
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Transmission | CVT | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.7 in | 98.7 in | 5 in |
Length | 173.8 in | 161.1 in | 12.7 in |
Width | 68.8 in | 67.9 in | 0.9 in |
Height | 60.4 in | 59.0 in | 1.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3012 lb. | 2965 lb. | 47 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.6 gal. | 14.5 gal. | -0.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 38.2 in | 1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 52.8 in | 2.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.2 in | 0.0 in | 52.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 39.4 in | 2.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 36.7 in | 2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.4 in | 49.3 in | 4.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.6 in | 0.0 in | 49.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.7 in | 33.5 in | 2.2 in |
Total Legroom | 77.5 in (over 2 rows) | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | 4.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.4 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 6.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 47.4 ft3 | 27.2 ft3 | 20.2 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Dodge Caliber.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle.