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 | 2,700 mm | 3,078 mm | -1 mm |
Length | 4,783 mm | 5,144 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,775 mm | 1,999 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,461 mm | 1,725 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,496 kg | 2,046 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 62 L | 76 L | -14 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,006 mm | 1,011 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,440 mm | 1,618 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,351 mm | 1,483 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,064 mm | 1,034 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 998 mm | -43 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,425 mm | 1,628 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,331 mm | 1,651 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 978 mm | 927 mm | 51 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 963 mm | -963 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,575 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,237 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 831 mm | -831 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,042 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,791 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 436 L | 934 L | -498 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.4 | 2,359 L | 13.4 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.4 | 4,072 L | 11.4 |
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 |