Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
Model | Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan | Ford Focus | |
Engine | 3.8L V6 OHV-2v 154 kW@5000 323 Nm@4000 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 104 kW@6000 184 Nm@4250 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 3,030 mm | 2,614 mm | 1 mm |
Length | 5,095 mm | 4,445 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,996 mm | 1,694 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,750 mm | 1,488 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,927 kg | 1,200 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 76 L | 51 L | 25 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,006 mm | 996 mm | -995 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,598 mm | 1,359 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,453 mm | 1,280 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,031 mm | 1,059 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 993 mm | 973 mm | 20 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,646 mm | 1,364 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,715 mm | 1,293 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 991 mm | 917 mm | 74 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 978 mm | 0 mm | 978 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,577 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,245 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 988 mm | 0 mm | 988 mm |
Total Legroom | 3,010 mm (over 3 rows) | 1,976 mm (over 2 rows) | 2 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 566 L | 391 L | 175 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,535 L | 13.8 | -12.8 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 4,754 L | 13.8 | -9.8 L |
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 |
2009 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I am ranking the driver's seat high in comfort even though 10 minutes is not enough to be sure. The seat has a lot of adjustability, including height. It feels like sitting on a platform rather than a hammock. The seat felt supportive without being hard. I can imagine it would allow for long distance travel in comfort. see full Ford Focus review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Head room was great and the seat adjusted vertically with an easy to use lever. see full Ford Focus review |
2009 | 2dr Coupe 143-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
2 door is easy to get in and out of. The leather seating option makes for a comfortable ride especially for such a small car. see full Ford Focus review |
2009 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
It's tight in the back. Entry and egress are a bit cumbersome in particular for the feet. My shoe size is 9.5. see full Ford Focus review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Air conditioner doesn't cool car. see full Ford Focus review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Like sitting on concrete. One minor positive was that the lumbar support was decent, but overall lacking in comfort. see full Ford Focus review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
No rear armrest. Only one cupholder. see full Ford Focus review |
2009 | 2dr Coupe 143-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Limited space for larger passengers. see full Ford Focus review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Due to the lack of rear seat room, you must slide the front seats forward to prevent a child from kicking their feet on the back of the seats. Only a booster seat with the front seats forward will minimize this problem. see full Ford Focus review |