Model Year | 2008 | 2012 | |
Model | Dodge Grand Caravan | Ford Flex | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 3,078 mm | 2,995 mm | 1 mm |
Length | 5,144 mm | 5,138 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,953 mm | 1,928 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,750 mm | 1,717 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,960 kg | 2,028 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 78 L | 73 L | 5 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 1,062 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,600 mm | 1,483 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,448 mm | 1,407 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,031 mm | 1,036 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 996 mm | 1,029 mm | 995 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,643 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,646 mm | 1,397 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 922 mm | 1,125 mm | 921 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 963 mm | 983 mm | -20 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,575 mm | 1,290 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,237 mm | 1,044 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 955 mm | 848 mm | 107 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,908 mm (over 3 rows) | 3,010 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 926 L | 549 L | 377 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 2,350 L | 1,274 L | 1 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 4,089 L | 2,455 L | 2 L |
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 |
2012 Ford Flex Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 355hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The seating throughout the vehicle is extremely roomy. Adults can fit comfortably in both the second and third row seats. The driver and passenger seats are also extremely comfortable. see full Ford Flex review |