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2006 Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan and 2012 Kia Sorento Specifications
| Model Year | 2006 | 2012 | |
| Model | Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan | Kia Sorento | |
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| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 119.3 in | 106.3 in | 13 in |
| Length | 200.6 in | 183.9 in | 16.7 in |
| Width | 78.6 in | 74.2 in | 4.4 in |
| Height | 68.9 in | 67.3 in | 1.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 4146 lb. | 3605 lb. | 541 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 19.8 gal. | 0.2 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 39.2 in | 0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 62.9 in | 59.3 in | 3.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.2 in | 56.3 in | 0.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 41.3 in | -0.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 39.2 in | -0.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 64.8 in | 58.7 in | 6.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 67.5 in | 55.9 in | 11.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 37.6 in | 1.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 38.5 in | 36.7 in | 1.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 62.1 in | 53.8 in | 8.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 49.0 in | 44.4 in | 4.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 38.9 in | 31.3 in | 7.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 118.5 in (over 3 rows) | 110.2 in (over 3 rows) | 8.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 20.0 ft3 | 9.1 ft3 | 10.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 54.2 ft3 | 37.0 ft3 | 17.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 167.9 ft3 | 72.5 ft3 | 95.4 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Kia Sorento
| 2012 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very comfortable seats up front with tons of leg room. see full Kia Sorento review |
| 2012 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The Kia Sorento had very good seating positions in the front for a very tall person, I'm almost 6'5" and was able to fit with the sunroof / panaramic roof. You get a feeling of control and confidence. You do loose about 1" or so with the see full Kia Sorento review |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The third seat was a major factor in our decision process. see full Kia Sorento review |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Need 7 passenger seating and the Sorento has delivered. Used 3rd row quite a few times with children AND adults. No complaints, although 3rd ride was usually no more than one hour. see full Kia Sorento review |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good size second row seat. Plenty of room for adults and can fit three child car seats. see full Kia Sorento review |
| 2012 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Needs an adjustable second row and a little more cargo room when the third row seat is up. see full Kia Sorento review |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
3rd row is tiny, and you are forced to get it, if you want the V-6 see full Kia Sorento review |
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