Model Year | 2007 | 2011 | |
Model | Dodge Caliber | Nissan Xterra | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 172 hp@6000 165 lb-ft@4400 |
4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 261 hp@5600 281 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.7 in | 106.3 in | -2.6 in |
Length | 173.8 in | 178.7 in | -4.9 in |
Width | 68.8 in | 72.8 in | -4 in |
Height | 60.4 in | 74.9 in | -14.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3066 lb. | 4143 lb. | -1077 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.6 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -7.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 39.9 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.2 in | 58.3 in | -4.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.2 in | 55.9 in | -3.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 42.4 in | -0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 39.3 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.4 in | 58.3 in | -4.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.6 in | 46.1 in | 3.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 34.4 in | 1.2 in |
Total Legroom | 77.4 in (over 2 rows) | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | 0.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.5 ft3 | 35.2 ft3 | -16.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 48.0 ft3 | 65.7 ft3 | -17.7 ft3 |
2007 Dodge Caliber Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.0L I4 CVT FWD |
I have taken many long trips and the front seats never leave you with any discomfort when getting out. see full Dodge Caliber review |
2007 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.0L I4 CVT FWD |
Plenty of room to stretch out. see full Dodge Caliber review |
2007 | 4dr Hatch 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
Nicely shaped seats, roomy, feels much larger inside than it is. see full Dodge Caliber review |
2007 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 |
2007 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.0L I4 CVT FWD |
When front seats are sild back, very little leg room for passengers in back--even kids. see full Dodge Caliber review |
2007 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.0L I4 CVT FWD |
Not enough rear knee room. Hard to enter and exit the back seat. see full Dodge Caliber review |
2011 Nissan Xterra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 261-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Roomy rear seat with easy access. see full Nissan Xterra review |