Chevrolet Malibu (2016) vs. Dodge Caliber (2008) Specs

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2016 Chevrolet Malibu and 2008 Dodge Caliber Specifications

Model Year	2016	2008
Model	Chevrolet Malibu	Dodge Caliber
Engine	turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5300 260 lb-ft@2000	turbocharged 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 285 hp@5700 265 lb-ft@2000
Transmission	8-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed manual
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr Hatch
			Difference
Wheelbase	111.4 in	103.7 in	7.7 in
Length	193.8 in	173.8 in	20 in
Width	73.0 in	68.8 in	4.2 in
Height	57.7 in	60.4 in	-2.7 in
Curb Weight	3388 lb.	3156 lb.	232 lb.
Fuel Capacity	13.0 gal.	13.6 gal.	-0.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.1 in	40.0 in	-0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	58.5 in	54.2 in	4.3 in
Hip Room, Row 1	54.1 in	52.2 in	1.9 in
Legroom, Row 1	42.0 in	41.8 in	0.2 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.5 in	38.9 in	-1.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	57.1 in	53.4 in	3.7 in
Hip Room, Row 2	53.4 in	49.6 in	3.8 in
Legroom, Row 2	38.1 in	35.6 in	2.5 in
Total Legroom	80.1 in (over 2 rows)	77.4 in (over 2 rows)	2.7 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	15.8 ft³	18.5 ft³	-2.7 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	15.8 ft³	48.0 ft³	-32.2 ft³

2016 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Comment
2016	Chevrolet's designers styled the new Malibu's instrument panel to appear low and out of the way, such that the front seat feels especially roomy and the view forward seems more open than in most competitors, including the Kia (the instrument panel in which seems significantly higher and more imposing). In the tested car, which had every option except the panoramic sunroof, headroom was so abundant I could have worn a fedora. The Kia Optima might have as much front headroom when similarly without a sunroof. The official specs, which often don't reflect real world differences, suggest it should have even more than the Malibu. But you cannot get a highly equipped Optima without the sunroof, as it's part of a large package on the SX and standard on the SX Limited. Though the Malibu's windshield is relatively large, you won't find outward visibility among the reasons to buy one. The Chevrolet's front pillars remain on the thick side, its instrument panel is considerably deeper than the Kia's, and the view to the sides and rear also could be more open. In the Optima, the view to the sides is more open but that to the rear is not. I did find the Cherolet's front seats more form-fitting and comfortable than the Optima's. The Kia's quilted seats aren't as cushy as they appear. see full Chevrolet Malibu review

None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Chevrolet Malibu.

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

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