Model Year | 2010 | 2006 | |
Model | Chevrolet Traverse | Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 281 hp@6300 266 lb-ft@3400 |
3.8L V6 OHV-2v 207 hp@5000 238 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 118.9 in | 119.3 in | -0.4 in |
Length | 205.0 in | 200.6 in | 4.4 in |
Width | 78.4 in | 78.6 in | -0.2 in |
Height | 70.4 in | 68.9 in | 1.5 in |
Curb Weight | 4790 lb. | 4248 lb. | 542 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.0 gal. | 20.0 gal. | 2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 39.6 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 62.0 in | 62.9 in | -0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 59.1 in | 57.2 in | 1.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 40.6 in | 0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 39.1 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.3 in | 64.8 in | -3.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.8 in | 67.5 in | -9.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 39.0 in | -2.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.8 in | 38.5 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 57.6 in | 62.1 in | -4.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 48.3 in | 49.0 in | -0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 33.2 in | 38.9 in | -5.7 in |
Total Legroom | 111.3 in (over 3 rows) | 118.5 in (over 3 rows) | -7.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 24.4 ft3 | 20.0 ft3 | 4.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 68.8 ft3 | 54.2 ft3 | 14.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 116.4 ft3 | 167.9 ft3 | -51.5 ft3 |
2010 Chevrolet Traverse Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 281-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The headrest position is horrible for long trips. Felt like my head was being pushed forward. see full Chevrolet Traverse review |
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 |