Model Year | 2008 | 2007 | |
Model | Toyota FJ Cruiser | Dodge Caliber | |
Engine | 4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 239 hp@5200 278 lb-ft@3700 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 172 hp@6000 165 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable CVT | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.9 in | 103.7 in | 2.2 in |
Length | 183.9 in | 173.8 in | 10.1 in |
Width | 74.6 in | 68.8 in | 5.8 in |
Height | 70.9 in | 60.4 in | 10.5 in |
Curb Weight | 4050 lb. | 3308 lb. | 742 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.0 gal. | 13.6 gal. | 5.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 40.0 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.4 in | 54.2 in | 4.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 52.2 in | 3.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 41.8 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.3 in | 38.9 in | 1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 53.4 in | 0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.0 in | 49.6 in | 1.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 31.3 in | 35.6 in | -4.3 in |
Total Legroom | 73.2 in (over 2 rows) | 77.4 in (over 2 rows) | -4.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 27.9 ft3 | 18.5 ft3 | 9.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.8 ft3 | 48.0 ft3 | 18.8 ft3 |
2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 239-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Adults do not fit well in the back seat comfortably, and the rear access doors, while a cool design, lack functionality(no handle to release the door except on the inside) see full Toyota FJ Cruiser review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 239-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Too stiff and too upright with no adjustments see full Toyota FJ Cruiser review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 239-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Difficulty entering/exiting rear passenger area see full Toyota FJ Cruiser review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 239-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
It is uncomfortable, small, and awkardly designed. see full Toyota FJ Cruiser review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 239-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Back seat is not built to have adults riding there. May be ok for children but is difficult to put a child seat in the rear as well. see full Toyota FJ Cruiser review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 239-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed manual AWD w/low range |
Cramped rear seating - putting 3 people back there would be really pushing it. The only bonus is that the rear seats fold down flat (I love that). see full Toyota FJ Cruiser review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 239-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Rear suicide doors are cool - unless you have to use them. Easier than no door, but hard to access for adults or kid seats. Really a 2 person back seat, 3 is not good. Rear seat visibility is poor, front view blocked and side posts take out side view. see full Toyota FJ Cruiser review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 239-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
too small see full Toyota FJ Cruiser review |
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 |