Model Year | 2008 | 2007 | |
Model | Dodge Caliber | Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 213 kW@5700 359 Nm@2000 |
6.1L V8 OHV-2v 313 kW@6200 569 Nm@4800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,634 mm | 2,781 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,415 mm | 4,740 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,748 mm | 1,862 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,534 mm | 1,720 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,432 kg | 2,172 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 51 L | 79 L | -28 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,016 mm | 1,008 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,377 mm | 1,501 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,326 mm | 1,463 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,062 mm | 1,059 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 988 mm | 998 mm | -10 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,356 mm | 1,486 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,260 mm | 1,539 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 904 mm | 902 mm | 2 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,966 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,961 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 524 L | 977 L | -453 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,359 L | 1,909 L | 0 L |
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 |
2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
small, tight see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
That and MPG are the only real faults so far after 15000 miles and 15 mons. I think our 2001 GC has more seat comfort although the 07s seats do fold over easier than the 01s. see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review |