Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | |
Model | Dodge Caliber | Kia Optima | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@6400 141 lb-ft@5000 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 175 hp@6000 169 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | CVT | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.7 in | 107.1 in | -3.4 in |
Length | 173.8 in | 189.0 in | -15.2 in |
Width | 68.8 in | 71.1 in | -2.3 in |
Height | 60.4 in | 58.3 in | 2.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3012 lb. | 3197 lb. | -185 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.6 gal. | 16.4 gal. | -2.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.8 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 57.1 in | -1.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.2 in | 54.5 in | -2.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 43.7 in | -1.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 38.0 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.4 in | 56.3 in | -2.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.6 in | 54.7 in | -5.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.7 in | 37.8 in | -2.1 in |
Total Legroom | 77.5 in (over 2 rows) | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | -4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.4 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | 3.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 47.4 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | 32.4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Dodge Caliber.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Kia Optima.