Model Year | 2017 | 2012 | |
Model | Dodge Grand Caravan | Acura MDX | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 283 hp@6400 260 lb-ft@4400 |
3.7L V6 OHC-4v 300 hp@6300 270 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 121.2 in | 108.3 in | 12.9 in |
Length | 202.5 in | 191.6 in | 10.9 in |
Width | 78.7 in | 78.5 in | 0.2 in |
Height | 67.9 in | 68.2 in | -0.3 in |
Curb Weight | 4510 lb. | 4550 lb. | -40 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 21.0 gal. | -1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.2 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.7 in | 61.6 in | 2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 58.4 in | 59.0 in | -0.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 41.2 in | -0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 38.6 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 64.1 in | 61.5 in | 2.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 65.0 in | 59.1 in | 5.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.5 in | 38.7 in | -2.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.9 in | 37.5 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 62.0 in | 57.1 in | 4.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 48.7 in | 42.0 in | 6.7 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 32.7 in | 29.1 in | 3.6 in |
Total Legroom | 109.9 in (over 3 rows) | 109 in (over 3 rows) | 0.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.0 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | 18 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 83.3 ft3 | 42.9 ft3 | 40.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 143.8 ft3 | 83.5 ft3 | 60.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan.
2012 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The interior prioritizes appearance over actual utility; it's surprisingly cramped for such a large vehicle. For example, my Highlander is roughly the same size externally but seems downright cavernous on the inside in comparison. A rear passenger can fully stretch out in the Toyota. Not so in the Acura. see full Acura MDX review |