Model Year | 2007 | 2008 | |
Model | Dodge Caliber | Ford Explorer Sport Trac | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 172 hp@6000 165 lb-ft@4400 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable CVT | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUT | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.7 in | 130.5 in | -26.8 in |
Length | 173.8 in | 210.2 in | -36.4 in |
Width | 68.8 in | 73.7 in | -4.9 in |
Height | 60.4 in | 72.5 in | -12.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3308 lb. | 4793 lb. | -1485 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.6 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -8.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 39.8 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.2 in | 59.0 in | -4.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.2 in | 55.4 in | -3.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 42.4 in | -0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 38.5 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.4 in | 58.9 in | -5.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.6 in | 55.5 in | -5.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 36.9 in | -1.3 in |
Total Legroom | 77.4 in (over 2 rows) | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | -1.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.5 ft3 | 0.0 | 18.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 48.0 ft3 | 0.0 | 48 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 |
2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUT 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
The seats are much improved over older explorers. You can ride for 4 hours and not feel tired when you get out of the truck. I have heated leather, which I recommend. The heat is in the lumbar, as well as seat bottom. Very nice seats. see full Ford Explorer Sport Trac review |
2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUT 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
So bad I can't drive it much more than the 4 miles to and from work. The front seats are so hard that the first couple times I drove it I couldn't figure out why my feet were so cold. Because the circulation below my knees was being cutoff. I have tried extra cushions for the seat bottom and I have found something that really helps, but on longer drives, combined with the firm ride - bring your Advil. see full Ford Explorer Sport Trac review |