Model Year | 2007 | 2009 | |
Model | Dodge Caliber | Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 148 hp@6500 125 lb-ft@5200 |
turbocharged 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 180 hp@5200 210 lb-ft@2800 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.7 in | 103.0 in | 0.7 in |
Length | 173.8 in | 168.9 in | 4.9 in |
Width | 68.8 in | 67.1 in | 1.7 in |
Height | 60.4 in | 65.2 in | -4.8 in |
Curb Weight | 2966 lb. | 3297 lb. | -331 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.6 gal. | 15.0 gal. | -1.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 39.2 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.2 in | 53.8 in | 0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.2 in | 50.1 in | 2.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 40.6 in | 1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 39.5 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.4 in | 53.6 in | -0.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.6 in | 46.7 in | 2.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 40.9 in | -5.3 in |
Total Legroom | 77.4 in (over 2 rows) | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | -4.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.5 ft3 | 21.6 ft3 | -3.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 48.0 ft3 | 64.2 ft3 | -16.2 ft3 |
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 |
2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Wagon 150-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The PT Cruiser is surprisingly roomy in the back seat, in terms of legroom and headroom. The backrest angle though is a bit too upright for full comfort. see full Chrysler PT Cruiser review |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 150-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I have a bad leg ,the high seat ,wide door opening and extra leg make it easy for me to swing my leg in and out. It has more room than lots of other cars. see full Chrysler PT Cruiser review |
2008 | 2dr Convertible turbocharged 180hp 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Can seat 2 adults comfortably. Plenty of leg room and visibility. see full Chrysler PT Cruiser review |