Model Year | 2011 | 2007 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Dodge Caliber | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.0 in | 103.7 in | 6.3 in |
Length | 190.7 in | 173.8 in | 16.9 in |
Width | 72.1 in | 68.8 in | 3.3 in |
Height | 57.3 in | 60.4 in | -3.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3206 lb. | 2966 lb. | 240 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 13.6 gal. | 4.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 40.0 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.2 in | 54.2 in | 3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 52.2 in | 2.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 41.8 in | 3.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 38.9 in | -1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.7 in | 53.4 in | 2.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.5 in | 49.6 in | 4.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.7 in | 35.6 in | -0.9 in |
Total Legroom | 80.2 in (over 2 rows) | 77.4 in (over 2 rows) | 2.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.4 ft3 | 18.5 ft3 | -3.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.4 ft3 | 48.0 ft3 | -32.6 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Kia Optima.
2007 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 |
2007 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 |