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2008 Dodge Grand Caravan and 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
| Model | Dodge Grand Caravan | Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Engine | 4.0L V6 OHC-4v 251 hp@6000 259 lb-ft@4200 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5500 219 lb-ft@3500 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 121.2 in | 103.1 in | 18.1 in |
| Length | 202.5 in | 177.2 in | 25.3 in |
| Width | 76.9 in | 72.7 in | 4.2 in |
| Height | 68.9 in | 66.0 in | 2.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 4483 lb. | 3737 lb. | 746 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.5 gal. | 19.0 gal. | 1.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.6 in | 0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.0 in | 56.3 in | 6.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.0 in | 54.3 in | 2.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 41.6 in | -1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 39.2 in | 0 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 64.7 in | 56.5 in | 8.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 64.8 in | 53.9 in | 10.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 36.8 in | -0.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 37.9 in | 0.0 in | 37.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 62.0 in | 0.0 in | 62 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 48.7 in | 0.0 in | 48.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 37.6 in | 0.0 in | 37.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 114.5 in (over 3 rows) | 78.4 in (over 2 rows) | 36.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.7 ft3 | 30.5 ft3 | 2.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 83.0 ft3 | 30.5 | 52.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 144.4 ft3 | 77.7 ft3 | 66.7 ft3 |
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 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
| 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 242-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
It is fantastic. You can ride for hundreds of miles a day and not get sore at all. My bad back loves it. Hyundai should start making home furniture. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 2.7L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Space is very good see full Hyundai Santa Fe review |
| 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 242-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Cushions are slightly too short. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review |
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