Model Year | 2006 | 2011 | |
Model | Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan | Dodge Caliber | |
Engine | 3.8L V6 OHV-2v 207 hp@5000 238 lb-ft@4000 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@6400 141 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.3 in | 103.7 in | 9.6 in |
Length | 189.1 in | 173.8 in | 15.3 in |
Width | 78.6 in | 68.8 in | 9.8 in |
Height | 68.9 in | 60.4 in | 8.5 in |
Curb Weight | 4101 lb. | 3012 lb. | 1089 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 13.6 gal. | 6.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 39.8 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.0 in | 55.4 in | 7.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.2 in | 52.2 in | 5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 41.8 in | -1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.9 in | 38.9 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 64.7 in | 53.4 in | 11.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 67.8 in | 49.6 in | 18.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.5 in | 35.7 in | 0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.9 in | 0.0 in | 37.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 61.9 in | 0.0 in | 61.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 49.0 in | 0.0 in | 49 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 33.8 in | 0.0 in | 33.8 in |
Total Legroom | 110.9 in (over 3 rows) | 77.5 in (over 2 rows) | 33.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.3 ft3 | 18.4 ft3 | -3.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 45.6 ft3 | 18.4 | 27.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 146.7 ft3 | 47.4 ft3 | 99.3 ft3 |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Dodge Caliber.