Model Year | 2008 | 2012 | |
Model | Chrysler Pacifica | Dodge Grand Caravan | |
Engine | 4.0L V6 OHC-4v 253 hp@6000 262 lb-ft@4100 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 283 hp@6400 260 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 116.3 in | 121.2 in | -4.9 in |
Length | 198.5 in | 202.5 in | -4 in |
Width | 79.3 in | 78.7 in | 0.6 in |
Height | 66.5 in | 67.9 in | -1.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4388 lb. | 4510 lb. | -122 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 23.0 gal. | 20.0 gal. | 3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.2 in | 39.8 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 60.8 in | 63.7 in | -2.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 58.4 in | -3.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 40.7 in | 0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.0 in | 39.3 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 60.5 in | 64.1 in | -3.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 65.0 in | -8.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.9 in | 36.5 in | 3.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.4 in | 37.9 in | -2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 58.0 in | 62.0 in | -4 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 41.9 in | 48.7 in | -6.8 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 29.9 in | 32.7 in | -2.8 in |
Total Legroom | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | 109.9 in (over 3 rows) | 0.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.0 ft3 | 33.0 ft3 | -20 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.6 ft3 | 83.3 ft3 | -39.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 79.5 ft3 | 143.8 ft3 | -64.3 ft3 |
2008 Chrysler Pacifica Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 253-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Great room for my 6 foot frame see full Chrysler Pacifica review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 197-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very adjustable for long drives. see full Chrysler Pacifica review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 253-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Even my wife, an ample woman with recent back surgery, is very comfortable. see full Chrysler Pacifica review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 253-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
my kids prefer driving in the car because of the bucket seats and comfort see full Chrysler Pacifica review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 253-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The rear seats in this car (the two-row version) really are designed for adults; legroom is incomparable. Be aware that in the three-row version, the second row seats are moved forward to accomodate the third row, so there is less second row legroom. see full Chrysler Pacifica review |
2008 Chrysler Pacifica Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 253-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
3rd row seat... great option, but difficult to get to and not really big enough for adults. Seats two kids without a problem though. see full Chrysler Pacifica review |
2012 Dodge Grand Caravan Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 283-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I dislike the current emphasis on hard seats (and this applies to most other brands as well- Toyotas and Hondas are the worst). Enthusiast magazines can rave all they want about great support, etc, but the softer seats in friend's '92 Caravan are more comfortable than these in my 2013. I have an SXT model, which is sort of mid level in Grand Caravans, and it does have a power seat. However, that is an OPTION, and it should be standard above the SE model. see full Dodge Grand Caravan review |
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 |