Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
Model | Dodge Caliber | Lincoln MKS | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 285 hp@5700 265 lb-ft@2000 |
turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 355 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.7 in | 112.9 in | -9.2 in |
Length | 173.8 in | 204.1 in | -30.3 in |
Width | 68.8 in | 75.9 in | -7.1 in |
Height | 60.4 in | 61.6 in | -1.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3156 lb. | 4438 lb. | -1282 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.6 gal. | 19.0 gal. | -5.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 39.7 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.2 in | 58.6 in | -4.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.2 in | 55.3 in | -3.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 41.9 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 38.6 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.4 in | 57.4 in | -4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.6 in | 55.3 in | -5.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 38.6 in | -3 in |
Total Legroom | 77.4 in (over 2 rows) | 80.5 in (over 2 rows) | -3.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.5 ft3 | 18.4 ft3 | 0.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 48.0 ft3 | 18.4 ft3 | 29.6 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 2012 Lincoln MKS.