Model Year | 2012 | 2007 | |
Model | Dodge Grand Caravan | Kia Rondo | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 283 hp@6400 260 lb-ft@4400 |
2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 182 hp@6000 182 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 121.2 in | 106.3 in | 14.9 in |
Length | 202.5 in | 179.0 in | 23.5 in |
Width | 78.7 in | 71.7 in | 7 in |
Height | 67.9 in | 67.7 in | 0.2 in |
Curb Weight | 4510 lb. | 3443 lb. | 1067 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 15.8 gal. | 4.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 41.6 in | -1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.7 in | 0.0 in | 63.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 58.4 in | 54.6 in | 3.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 41.3 in | -0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 41.6 in | -2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 64.1 in | 0.0 in | 64.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 65.0 in | 53.9 in | 11.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.5 in | 38.2 in | -1.7 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.9 in | 35.1 in | 2.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 62.0 in | 0.0 in | 62 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 48.7 in | 40.3 in | 8.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 32.7 in | 31.3 in | 1.4 in |
Total Legroom | 109.9 in (over 3 rows) | 110.8 in (over 3 rows) | -0.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.0 ft3 | 6.5 ft3 | 26.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 83.3 ft3 | 31.7 ft3 | 51.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 143.8 ft3 | 74.0 ft3 | 69.8 ft3 |
2012 Dodge Grand Caravan Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 283-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I dislike the current emphasis on hard seats (and this applies to most other brands as well- Toyotas and Hondas are the worst). Enthusiast magazines can rave all they want about great support, etc, but the softer seats in friend's '92 Caravan are more comfortable than these in my 2013. I have an SXT model, which is sort of mid level in Grand Caravans, and it does have a power seat. However, that is an OPTION, and it should be standard above the SE model. see full Dodge Grand Caravan review |
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 |
2007 Kia Rondo Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 182-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Tall large people can sit in the second row with more comfort as they can in the front seats of our Honda Civic or Sebring convertible. Third row is not bad for short trips for adults and children would be good for longer trips. see full Kia Rondo review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 182-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
We have enough room for our two kids and the dog in addition to the cargo space for luggage or groceries. see full Kia Rondo review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 182-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Passengers can be comfortable.Also cup holders,good seat belts. see full Kia Rondo review |
2007 Kia Rondo Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
It is difficult to find a comfortable driving position in the manual seat because the seat tilts forward as it lifts up. Lumbar support is poor an the steering wheel is too far away. see full Kia Rondo review |