Model Year | 2009 | 2021 | |
Model | Dodge Caliber | Kia K5 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 285 hp@5700 265 lb-ft@2000 |
turbocharged 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 290 hp@5800 311 lb-ft@1650 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 8-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.7 in | 112.2 in | -8.5 in |
Length | 173.8 in | 193.1 in | -19.3 in |
Width | 68.8 in | 73.2 in | -4.4 in |
Height | 60.4 in | 56.9 in | 3.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3156 lb. | 3534 lb. | -378 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.6 gal. | 14.8 gal. | -1.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 40.2 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.2 in | 58.0 in | -3.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.2 in | 56.6 in | -4.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 46.1 in | -4.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 37.8 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.4 in | 56.1 in | -2.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.6 in | 56.6 in | -7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 35.2 in | 0.4 in |
Total Legroom | 77.4 in (over 2 rows) | 81.3 in (over 2 rows) | -3.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.5 ft3 | 16.0 ft3 | 2.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 48.0 ft3 | 16.0 ft3 | 32 ft3 |
2009 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 Kia K5.