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2008 Dodge Grand Caravan and 2008 Ford Explorer Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | |
| Model | Dodge Grand Caravan | Ford Explorer | |
| Engine | 4.0L V6 OHC-4v 251 hp@6000 259 lb-ft@4200 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
| Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 3,078 mm | 2,888 mm | 1 mm |
| Length | 5,144 mm | 4,912 mm | 1 mm |
| Width | 1,953 mm | 1,872 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,750 mm | 1,849 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 2,033 kg | 2,055 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 78 L | 85 L | -7 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 1,011 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,600 mm | 1,499 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,448 mm | 1,407 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,031 mm | 1,077 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 996 mm | 983 mm | 13 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,643 mm | 1,496 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,646 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 922 mm | 937 mm | -15 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 963 mm | 950 mm | 13 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,575 mm | 1,349 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,237 mm | 1,151 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 955 mm | 886 mm | 69 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,908 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 926 L | 385 L | 541 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 2,350 L | 1,243 L | 1 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 4,089 L | 2,370 L | 2 L |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan
| 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 175-horsepower 3.3L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Great driving position and comfortable seat make for hours of driving enjoyment. see full Dodge Grand Caravan review |
| 2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 175-horsepower 3.3L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
SE vs. SXT. The rear seats and bench are comfortable for 5 people. The SXT is exactly the same, but leather is cooold in winter. Both have more room than other brands. see full Dodge Grand Caravan review |
| 2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 197-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I find the van vety comfortable on a long trip. Equipped with a power driver's seat. see full Dodge Grand Caravan review |
| 2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 197-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The seats and cargo area are roomy, even for full size adults. see full Dodge Grand Caravan review |
| 2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 175-horsepower 3.3L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Our four kids had plenty of room in the Dodge GC for them and their stuff on a 12-hour ride to Virginia. see full Dodge Grand Caravan review |
| 2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 175-horsepower 3.3L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
My wife and I had plenty of room in the Dodge GC for them and their stuff on a 12-hour ride to Virginia. see full Dodge Grand Caravan review |
| 2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 175-horsepower 3.3L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The middle row seats are great for the kids, and i can drive the family around without gettign kicked in the seat back see full Dodge Grand Caravan review |
| 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 Grand Caravan review |
| 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 197-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Stow-n-go seating is very uncomfortable. Rotating seats have no room to sit face to face with rear seat passengers. Base model forces one to get a center bench. see full Dodge Grand Caravan review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Ford Explorer
| 2008 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review |
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