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Dodge Grand Caravan (2011) vs. Ford Explorer (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan and 2008 Ford Explorer specs.

2011 Dodge Grand Caravan and 2008 Ford Explorer Specifications

Model Year 2011 2008  
Model Dodge Grand Caravan Ford Explorer  
Engine 3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
283 hp@6400
260 lb-ft@4400
4.6L V8
OHC-3v
292 hp@5750
300 lb-ft@3950
 
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 1,999 mm 1,872 mm 0 mm
Height 1,725 mm 1,849 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 2,046 kg 2,055 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 76 L 85 L -9 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,011 mm 1,011 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,618 mm 1,499 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,483 mm 1,407 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,034 mm 1,077 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 998 mm 983 mm 15 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,628 mm 1,496 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,651 mm 1,410 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 927 mm 937 mm -10 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 3 831 mm 886 mm -55 mm
Total Legroom 2,791 mm (over 3 rows) 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 934 L 385 L 549 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 2,359 L 1,243 L 1 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 4,072 L 2,370 L 2 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan

2011 Dodge Grand Caravan Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Ford Explorer

2008 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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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