Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | |
Model | Dodge Magnum | Dodge Caliber | |
Engine | 6.1L V8 OHV-2v 425 hp@6000 420 lb-ft@4800 |
turbocharged 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 285 hp@5700 265 lb-ft@2000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 120.0 in | 103.7 in | 16.3 in |
Length | 197.7 in | 173.8 in | 23.9 in |
Width | 74.1 in | 68.8 in | 5.3 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 60.4 in | -2.1 in |
Curb Weight | 4260 lb. | 3156 lb. | 1104 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 13.6 gal. | 4.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 40.0 in | -1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.7 in | 54.2 in | 4.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.2 in | 52.2 in | 4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 41.8 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 38.9 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.6 in | 53.4 in | 4.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 49.6 in | 5.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.2 in | 35.6 in | 4.6 in |
Total Legroom | 82 in (over 2 rows) | 77.4 in (over 2 rows) | 4.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 27.2 ft3 | 18.5 ft3 | 8.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 71.6 ft3 | 48.0 ft3 | 23.6 ft3 |
2008 Dodge Magnum Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
more or less a full sized car...very comfortable on long trips...power seats recline well. see full Dodge Magnum review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 350-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
SRT style seats fit very well, provide excellent side suppiort. see full Dodge Magnum review |
2008 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 |
2008 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 |