Model Year | 2014 | 2011 | |
Model | Ford Fiesta | Dodge Charger | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 197 hp@6000 202 lb-ft@2500 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 292 hp@6350 260 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.0 in | 120.2 in | -22.2 in |
Length | 173.6 in | 199.9 in | -26.3 in |
Width | 67.8 in | 75.0 in | -7.2 in |
Height | 58.1 in | 58.4 in | -0.3 in |
Curb Weight | 2783 lb. | 3961 lb. | -1178 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.4 gal. | 19.1 gal. | -6.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 38.6 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.7 in | 59.5 in | -6.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.6 in | 56.2 in | -5.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.8 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 36.6 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.0 in | 57.9 in | -8.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.2 in | 56.1 in | -6.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 31.2 in | 40.1 in | -8.9 in |
Total Legroom | 73.4 in (over 2 rows) | 81.9 in (over 2 rows) | -8.5 in |
Cargo Volume | 12.8 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 | -2.6 ft3 |
2014 Ford Fiesta Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Just as the Ford Fiesta has some clear strengths, it also has some clear weaknesses. Its rear seat, though comfortably positioned well off the floor, is the tightest in the segment. At 5-9, I can barely squeeze behind myself. The Fit's rear seat is far roomier. see full Ford Fiesta review |
2014 Ford Fiesta Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan 120-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Narrow car with narrow seats. If you are a taller/bigger person, expect that the seats will feel like doll furniture after an hour. see full Ford Fiesta review |
2011 Dodge Charger Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2012 | The V6 Charger also feels right because it sits right. Sitting moderately high in the big comfortable seat gazing over an expansive hood, you might start to wonder why traditional American cars don't rule the road the way they once did. Visibility isn't the best, but the 2011 redesign did enlarge the windows, alleviating the bunker-like ambiance of the 2005-2010 sedans. see full Dodge Charger review |
2011 Dodge Charger Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic RWD |
I previously owned a crossover vehicle and this car has much more leg room. see full Dodge Charger review |