Model Year | 2011 | 2008 | |
Model | Dodge Caliber | Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 172 hp@6000 165 lb-ft@4400 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@6700 140 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | CVT | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 2dr Convertible | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.7 in | 91.7 in | 12 in |
Length | 173.8 in | 157.3 in | 16.5 in |
Width | 68.8 in | 67.7 in | 1.1 in |
Height | 60.4 in | 49.0 in | 11.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3062 lb. | 2527 lb. | 535 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.6 gal. | 12.7 gal. | 0.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 37.4 in | 2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 53.2 in | 2.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.2 in | 50.6 in | 1.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 43.1 in | -1.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 0.0 in | 38.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.4 in | 0.0 in | 53.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.6 in | 0.0 in | 49.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.7 in | 0.0 in | 35.7 in |
Total Legroom | 77.5 in (over 2 rows) | 43.1 in (over 1 rows) | 34.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.4 ft3 | 5.3 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 47.4 ft3 | 5.3 ft3 | 42.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Dodge Caliber.
2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 2dr Convertible 158-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
No rear seat. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review |
2007 | 2dr Convertible 166-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual RWD |
It's OK for the driver, but there's not much room for the feet of the passenger. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review |