Model Year | 2011 | 2008 | |
Model | Dodge Avenger | Dodge Caliber | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 283 hp@6400 260 lb-ft@4400 |
turbocharged 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 285 hp@5700 265 lb-ft@2000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.9 in | 103.7 in | 5.2 in |
Length | 192.6 in | 173.8 in | 18.8 in |
Width | 72.8 in | 68.8 in | 4 in |
Height | 58.4 in | 60.4 in | -2 in |
Curb Weight | 3603 lb. | 3156 lb. | 447 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 13.6 gal. | 3.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 40.0 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 54.2 in | 2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.6 in | 52.2 in | 0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.8 in | 0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 38.9 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 53.4 in | 2.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.8 in | 49.6 in | 3.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 35.6 in | 0.6 in |
Total Legroom | 78.6 in (over 2 rows) | 77.4 in (over 2 rows) | 1.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.5 ft3 | 18.5 ft3 | -5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.5 ft3 | 48.0 ft3 | -34.5 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Dodge Avenger.
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 |