Model Year | 2007 | 2009 | |
Model | Dodge Caliber | Chrysler Sebring | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 172 hp@6000 165 lb-ft@4400 |
2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 189 hp@6400 191 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.7 in | 108.9 in | -5.2 in |
Length | 173.8 in | 190.6 in | -16.8 in |
Width | 68.8 in | 71.2 in | -2.4 in |
Height | 60.4 in | 59.0 in | 1.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3066 lb. | 3356 lb. | -290 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.6 gal. | 17.0 gal. | -3.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 40.0 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.2 in | 56.4 in | -2.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.2 in | 53.5 in | -1.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 42.4 in | -0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 38.4 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.4 in | 56.4 in | -3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.6 in | 53.2 in | -3.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 37.6 in | -2 in |
Total Legroom | 77.4 in (over 2 rows) | 80 in (over 2 rows) | -2.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.5 ft3 | 13.9 ft3 | 4.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 48.0 ft3 | 13.9 ft3 | 34.1 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 Sebring Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 173-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Beats Accord in seat comfort. see full Chrysler Sebring review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 173-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Largest in its class so far as I can tell after going from dealership to dealship to compare. see full Chrysler Sebring review |