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2008 Dodge Caliber and 2006 Ford Explorer Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
| Model | Dodge Caliber | Ford Explorer | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 103.7 in | 113.7 in | -10 in |
| Length | 173.8 in | 193.4 in | -19.6 in |
| Width | 68.8 in | 73.7 in | -4.9 in |
| Height | 60.4 in | 72.8 in | -12.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 2966 lb. | 4440 lb. | -1474 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 | 38.7 in | 0.2 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 |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.4 in | -37.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 53.1 in | -53.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 45.3 in | -45.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.9 in | -34.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.4 in (over 2 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -36.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.5 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | 4.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 18.5 | 43.9 ft3 | -25.4 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 48.0 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | -35.7 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Dodge Caliber
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Ford Explorer
| 2006 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Have driven from Maryland to Florida and back a couple of times, as well as 3-4 hours trips routinely. Seats are comfortable with no backache and don't have to stop every couple of hours due to fatigue. Could drive and be comfortable all day long. see full Ford Explorer review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Lots of room. Great even in the 3rd rear bench see full Ford Explorer review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Plenty of leg room see full Ford Explorer review |
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