Model Year | 2014 | 2007 | |
Model | Chevrolet Sonic | Dodge Caliber | |
Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6300 125 lb-ft@3800 |
1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 148 hp@6500 125 lb-ft@5200 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 99.4 in | 103.7 in | -4.3 in |
Length | 159.0 in | 173.8 in | -14.8 in |
Width | 68.3 in | 68.8 in | -0.5 in |
Height | 59.7 in | 60.4 in | -0.7 in |
Curb Weight | 2755 lb. | 2966 lb. | -211 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.2 gal. | 13.6 gal. | -1.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 40.0 in | -1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.4 in | 54.2 in | -0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.4 in | 52.2 in | -0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 41.8 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 38.9 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.0 in | 53.4 in | -0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.6 in | 49.6 in | 2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 35.6 in | -1 in |
Total Legroom | 76.4 in (over 2 rows) | 77.4 in (over 2 rows) | -1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.0 ft3 | 18.5 ft3 | 0.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 47.7 ft3 | 48.0 ft3 | -0.3 ft3 |
2014 Chevrolet Sonic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 138hp 1.4L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
For a little car, the front seat room is very nice for the average person. see full Chevrolet Sonic review |
2007 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 |
2007 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 |