Model Year | 2008 | 2011 | |
Model | Chevrolet Malibu Classic | Dodge Grand Caravan | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHV-2v 219 hp@5900 219 lb-ft@3200 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 283 hp@6400 260 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 4-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 121.2 in | -14.9 in |
Length | 188.3 in | 202.5 in | -14.2 in |
Width | 69.9 in | 78.7 in | -8.8 in |
Height | 57.5 in | 67.9 in | -10.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3297 lb. | 4510 lb. | -1213 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.3 gal. | 20.0 gal. | -3.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 39.8 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 63.7 in | -7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 58.4 in | -5.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 40.7 in | 1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 39.3 in | -1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 64.1 in | -8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.4 in | 65.0 in | -12.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 36.5 in | 2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.9 in | -37.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 62.0 in | -62 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.7 in | -48.7 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 32.7 in | -32.7 in |
Total Legroom | 80.4 in (over 2 rows) | 109.9 in (over 3 rows) | -29.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.4 ft3 | 33.0 ft3 | -17.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.4 | 83.3 ft3 | -67.9 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.4 ft3 | 143.8 ft3 | -128.4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Classic.
2011 Dodge Grand Caravan Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 283-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Nice car, but front seats could be better. Close to a deal breaker. see full Dodge Grand Caravan review |