Model Year | 2017 | 2009 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Dodge Caliber | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 365 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@3500 |
turbocharged 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 285 hp@5700 265 lb-ft@2000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 103.7 in | 8.9 in |
Length | 198.3 in | 173.8 in | 24.5 in |
Width | 78.9 in | 68.8 in | 10.1 in |
Height | 70.0 in | 60.4 in | 9.6 in |
Curb Weight | 4890 lb. | 3156 lb. | 1734 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 13.6 gal. | 5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 40.0 in | 1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.5 in | 54.2 in | 7.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 52.2 in | 5.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 41.8 in | -1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.6 in | 38.9 in | 1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.0 in | 53.4 in | 7.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.8 in | 49.6 in | 7.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 35.6 in | 3.9 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.8 in | 0.0 in | 37.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.8 in | 0.0 in | 50.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 40.7 in | 0.0 in | 40.7 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 33.3 in | 0.0 in | 33.3 in |
Total Legroom | 113.4 in (over 3 rows) | 77.4 in (over 2 rows) | 36 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 18.5 ft3 | 2.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 18.5 | 25.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 81.7 ft3 | 48.0 ft3 | 33.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Ford Explorer.
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 |