Model Year | 2020 | 2008 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Dodge Caliber | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 400 hp@5500 415 lb-ft@3500 |
turbocharged 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 285 hp@5700 265 lb-ft@2000 |
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Transmission | 10-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 119.1 in | 103.7 in | 15.4 in |
Length | 198.8 in | 173.8 in | 25 in |
Width | 78.9 in | 68.8 in | 10.1 in |
Height | 69.9 in | 60.4 in | 9.5 in |
Curb Weight | 4701 lb. | 3156 lb. | 1545 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.9 gal. | 13.6 gal. | 4.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 40.0 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.8 in | 54.2 in | 7.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 59.2 in | 52.2 in | 7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 41.8 in | 0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.5 in | 38.9 in | 1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.9 in | 53.4 in | 8.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 59.1 in | 49.6 in | 9.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 35.6 in | 3.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.9 in | 0.0 in | 38.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 54.6 in | 0.0 in | 54.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 40.9 in | 0.0 in | 40.9 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 32.2 in | 0.0 in | 32.2 in |
Total Legroom | 113.5 in (over 3 rows) | 77.4 in (over 2 rows) | 36.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.2 ft3 | 18.5 ft3 | -0.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 47.9 ft3 | 18.5 | 29.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 87.8 ft3 | 48.0 ft3 | 39.8 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2020 Ford Explorer.
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 |