Model Year | 2006 | 2013 | |
Model | Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan | Ford Fiesta | |
Engine | 3.3L V6 OHV-2v 180 hp@5000 210 lb-ft@4000 |
1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 120 hp@6350 112 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.3 in | 98.0 in | 15.3 in |
Length | 189.1 in | 160.1 in | 29 in |
Width | 78.6 in | 66.8 in | 11.8 in |
Height | 68.9 in | 58.0 in | 10.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3999 lb. | 2587 lb. | 1412 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 11.9 gal. | 8.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 39.1 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.0 in | 52.7 in | 10.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.2 in | 50.6 in | 6.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 42.2 in | -1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.9 in | 37.2 in | 2.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 64.7 in | 49.0 in | 15.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 67.8 in | 49.2 in | 18.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.5 in | 31.2 in | 5.3 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) | 73.4 in (over 2 rows) | 37.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.3 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 | -0.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 45.6 ft3 | 15.4 | 30.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 146.7 ft3 | 26.0 ft3 | 120.7 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 |
2013 Ford Fiesta Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Just as the Ford Fiesta has some clear strengths, it also has some clear weaknesses. Its rear seat, though comfortably positioned well off the floor, is the tightest in the segment. At 5-9, I can barely squeeze behind myself. The Fit's rear seat is far roomier. see full Ford Fiesta review |
2013 Ford Fiesta Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan 120-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Narrow car with narrow seats. If you are a taller/bigger person, expect that the seats will feel like doll furniture after an hour. see full Ford Fiesta review |