Model Year | 2008 | 2011 | |
Model | Dodge Caliber | Chevrolet Camaro | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 285 hp@5700 265 lb-ft@2000 |
6.2L V8 OHV-2v 400 hp@5900 410 lb-ft@4300 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.7 in | 112.3 in | -8.6 in |
Length | 173.8 in | 190.4 in | -16.6 in |
Width | 68.8 in | 75.5 in | -6.7 in |
Height | 60.4 in | 54.2 in | 6.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3156 lb. | 3913 lb. | -757 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.6 gal. | 19.0 gal. | -5.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 37.4 in | 2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.2 in | 56.9 in | -2.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.2 in | 0.0 in | 52.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 42.4 in | -0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 35.3 in | 3.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.4 in | 50.4 in | 3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.6 in | 0.0 in | 49.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 29.9 in | 5.7 in |
Total Legroom | 77.4 in (over 2 rows) | 72.3 in (over 2 rows) | 5.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.5 ft3 | 11.3 ft3 | 7.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 48.0 ft3 | 11.3 ft3 | 36.7 ft3 |
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 |
2011 Chevrolet Camaro Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 2dr Convertible 323-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The rear seat is small and unlike the nonconvertable does not have a center seat. see full Chevrolet Camaro review |
2010 | 2dr Coupe 304-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The interior leather seats are extremely comfortable to the point where my wife commented that she could sit in them for hours more.They are firm with good support. see full Chevrolet Camaro review |
2010 | 2dr Coupe 304-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed manual RWD |
Envelops you in a cocoon from which to manage the beat within. see full Chevrolet Camaro review |
2011 Chevrolet Camaro Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 2dr Coupe 304-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed manual RWD |
comfort is fine, but not for large adults. All the kids are gone now so no problem for me. see full Chevrolet Camaro review |
2010 | 2dr Coupe 304-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Not to complain about a great car, but a muscle car like the Camaro is really bought as a 2 seater, but for short trips, can accomodate 4. see full Chevrolet Camaro review |