Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | |
Model | Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan | Mazda MPV | |
Engine | 3.8L V6 OHV-2v 207 hp@5000 238 lb-ft@4000 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 200 hp@6200 200 lb-ft@3000 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan | 4dr Minivan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.3 in | 111.8 in | 1.5 in |
Length | 189.1 in | 189.5 in | -0.4 in |
Width | 78.6 in | 72.1 in | 6.5 in |
Height | 68.9 in | 69.1 in | -0.2 in |
Curb Weight | 4101 lb. | 3754 lb. | 347 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 19.8 gal. | 0.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 41.0 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.0 in | 59.8 in | 3.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.2 in | 54.6 in | 2.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 40.8 in | -0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.9 in | 39.3 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 64.7 in | 60.8 in | 3.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 67.8 in | 62.6 in | 5.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.5 in | 37.0 in | -0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.9 in | 38.0 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 61.9 in | 58.1 in | 3.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 49.0 in | 46.9 in | 2.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 33.8 in | 35.6 in | -1.8 in |
Total Legroom | 110.9 in (over 3 rows) | 113.4 in (over 3 rows) | -2.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.3 ft3 | 17.2 ft3 | -1.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 45.6 ft3 | 53.7 ft3 | -8.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 146.7 ft3 | 127.0 ft3 | 19.7 ft3 |
2006 Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Minivan 180-horsepower 3.3L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
The seats in the front are comfortable. My husband has an SUV and I enjoy riding in my car more then in his car. see full Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan review |
2006 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 207-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
I can get up to 2 adults and a child or 3 children, or 2 car seats and one child. The kids really like the rear seat and the middle captian chairs they love to recline and watch a movie. see full Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan review |
2006 | 4dr Minivan 180-horsepower 3.3L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Very roomy! see full Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan review |
2005 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 207-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Seating for seven allows us to travel with family members in one vehicle instead of taking two. see full Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2006 Mazda MPV.