Model Year | 2007 | 2009 | |
Model | Dodge Caliber | Volvo C70 | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 172 hp@6000 165 lb-ft@4400 |
turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable CVT | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 2dr Hardtop conv. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.7 in | 103.9 in | -0.2 in |
Length | 173.8 in | 180.4 in | -6.6 in |
Width | 68.8 in | 72.3 in | -3.5 in |
Height | 60.4 in | 55.1 in | 5.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3116 lb. | 3792 lb. | -676 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.6 gal. | 16.4 gal. | -2.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 38.2 in | 1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.2 in | 53.6 in | 0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.2 in | 53.1 in | -0.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 42.3 in | -0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 36.4 in | 2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.4 in | 47.0 in | 6.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.6 in | 41.5 in | 8.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 33.9 in | 1.7 in |
Total Legroom | 77.4 in (over 2 rows) | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 1.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.5 ft3 | 12.8 ft3 | 5.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 48.0 ft3 | 12.8 ft3 | 35.2 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Volvo C70.