Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | |
Model | Dodge Caliber | Volvo S60 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 285 hp@5700 265 lb-ft@2000 |
turbocharged 2.4L I5 DOHC-4v 257 hp@5500 258 lb-ft@2100 |
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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 | 106.9 in | -3.2 in |
Length | 173.8 in | 180.2 in | -6.4 in |
Width | 68.8 in | 71.4 in | -2.6 in |
Height | 60.4 in | 56.2 in | 4.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3156 lb. | 3393 lb. | -237 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.6 gal. | 18.0 gal. | -4.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 38.7 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.2 in | 56.2 in | -2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.2 in | 49.0 in | 3.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 42.6 in | -0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 37.9 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.4 in | 55.5 in | -2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.6 in | 55.2 in | -5.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 33.3 in | 2.3 in |
Total Legroom | 77.4 in (over 2 rows) | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | 1.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.5 ft3 | 13.9 ft3 | 4.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 48.0 ft3 | 13.9 ft3 | 34.1 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 |
2009 Volvo S60 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 208hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Superior comfort. Excellent support while still soft. see full Volvo S60 review |