Model Year | 2009 | 2006 | |
Model | Dodge Caliber | Nissan Maxima | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 285 hp@5700 265 lb-ft@2000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 265 hp@5800 255 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.7 in | 111.2 in | -7.5 in |
Length | 173.8 in | 193.5 in | -19.7 in |
Width | 68.8 in | 71.7 in | -2.9 in |
Height | 60.4 in | 58.3 in | 2.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3156 lb. | 3473 lb. | -317 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.6 gal. | 20.0 gal. | -6.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 40.1 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.2 in | 57.9 in | -3.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.2 in | 53.5 in | -1.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 43.9 in | -2.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 37.3 in | 1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.4 in | 56.5 in | -3.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.6 in | 54.8 in | -5.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 36.5 in | -0.9 in |
Total Legroom | 77.4 in (over 2 rows) | 80.4 in (over 2 rows) | -3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.5 ft3 | 15.5 ft3 | 3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 48.0 ft3 | 15.5 ft3 | 32.5 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 2006 Nissan Maxima.