Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
Model | Dodge Caliber | Jeep Wrangler | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.7 in | 116.0 in | -12.3 in |
Length | 173.8 in | 184.4 in | -10.6 in |
Width | 68.8 in | 73.9 in | -5.1 in |
Height | 60.4 in | 72.3 in | -11.9 in |
Curb Weight | 2966 lb. | 4180 lb. | -1214 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.6 gal. | 21.6 gal. | -8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 41.3 in | -1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.2 in | 55.8 in | -1.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.2 in | 55.6 in | -3.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 41.0 in | 0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 40.3 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.4 in | 56.8 in | -3.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.6 in | 56.7 in | -7.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 37.2 in | -1.6 in |
Total Legroom | 77.4 in (over 2 rows) | 78.2 in (over 2 rows) | -0.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.5 ft3 | 46.4 ft3 | -27.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 48.0 ft3 | 82.0 ft3 | -34 ft3 |
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 |
2009 Jeep Wrangler Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range |
It is big enough that I can take three passengers in relative comfort, considering the type of vehicle that it is. see full Jeep Wrangler review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
extra two seats plus a cargo area make for a great family vehicle/ hauler see full Jeep Wrangler review |
2009 Jeep Wrangler Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
The seats are not as comfortable as my trucks seats were. They are pretty basic but so is all of the interior of the Wrangler. It is made to get dirty, not look good or be comfortable. see full Jeep Wrangler review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Not really comfortable for a long trip for an adult.... great for the dogs see full Jeep Wrangler review |