Model Year | 2006 | 2007 | |
Model | Chevrolet Avalanche | Dodge Caliber | |
Engine | 5.3L V8 OHV-2v 295 hp@5200 335 lb-ft@4000 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 172 hp@6000 165 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable CVT | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUT | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 130.0 in | 103.7 in | 26.3 in |
Length | 221.6 in | 173.8 in | 47.8 in |
Width | 79.8 in | 68.8 in | 11 in |
Height | 73.6 in | 60.4 in | 13.2 in |
Curb Weight | 5413 lb. | 3308 lb. | 2105 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 31.0 gal. | 13.6 gal. | 17.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 40.0 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 65.2 in | 54.2 in | 11 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 61.4 in | 52.2 in | 9.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.8 in | -0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 38.9 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 65.2 in | 53.4 in | 11.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 62.0 in | 49.6 in | 12.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 35.6 in | 3.3 in |
Total Legroom | 80.2 in (over 2 rows) | 77.4 in (over 2 rows) | 2.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 0.0 | 18.5 ft3 | -18.5 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 0.0 | 48.0 ft3 | -48 |
2006 Chevrolet Avalanche Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUT 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD |
The interior is basically a Tahoe and even with 5 people, the truck is comfortable. Rear AC and headphone jacks help too. see full Chevrolet Avalanche review |
2007 | 4dr SUT 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Plenty of room for 3 adults, even with a tall adult in the middle seat. see full Chevrolet Avalanche 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 |