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Dodge Caliber (2007) vs. Ford Focus (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2007 Dodge Caliber and 2012 Ford Focus specs.

2007 Dodge Caliber and 2012 Ford Focus Specifications

Model Year 2007 2012  
Model Dodge Caliber Ford Focus  
Engine 1.8L I4
DOHC-4v
148 hp@6500
125 lb-ft@5200
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
160 hp@6500
146 lb-ft@4450
 
Transmission 5-speed manual 6-speed automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Hatch 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 103.7 in 104.3 in -0.6 in
Length 173.8 in 171.6 in 2.2 in
Width 68.8 in 71.8 in -3 in
Height 60.4 in 57.7 in 2.7 in
Curb Weight 2966 lb. 2958 lb. 8 lb.
Fuel Capacity 13.6 gal. 12.4 gal. 1.2 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.0 in 38.3 in 1.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 54.2 in 55.6 in -1.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1 52.2 in 53.9 in -1.7 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.8 in 41.9 in -0.1 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.9 in 37.9 in 1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 53.4 in 53.7 in -0.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2 49.6 in 52.7 in -3.1 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.6 in 33.2 in 2.4 in
Total Legroom 77.4 in (over 2 rows) 75.1 in (over 2 rows) 2.3 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 18.5 ft3 23.8 ft3 -5.3 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 48.0 ft3 44.8 ft3 3.2 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Dodge Caliber

2007 Dodge Caliber Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Ford Focus

2012 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
Like other recently designed Fords, the Focus has a tighter rear seat than most competitors. At 5-9, I can sit behind myself with perhaps an inch to spare. see full Ford Focus review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Ford Focus

2012 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
Driver seat cushion very uncomfortable after 30 minutes; feels like no cushion in seat see full Ford Focus review
 
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