Model Year | 2010 | 2009 | |
Model | Dodge Grand Caravan | Kia Spectra | |
Engine | 4.0L V6 OHC-4v 251 hp@6000 259 lb-ft@4200 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4600 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 121.2 in | 102.8 in | 18.4 in |
Length | 202.5 in | 171.3 in | 31.2 in |
Width | 76.9 in | 68.3 in | 8.6 in |
Height | 68.9 in | 57.9 in | 11 in |
Curb Weight | 4483 lb. | 2910 lb. | 1573 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.5 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 40.0 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.0 in | 55.1 in | 7.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.0 in | 52.4 in | 4.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 42.8 in | -2.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 38.8 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 64.7 in | 53.9 in | 10.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 64.8 in | 53.9 in | 10.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 35.4 in | 0.9 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) | 78.2 in (over 2 rows) | 36.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.7 ft3 | 18.3 ft3 | 14.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 83.0 ft3 | 18.3 | 64.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 144.4 ft3 | 52.8 ft3 | 91.6 ft3 |
2010 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 |
2009 Kia Spectra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Hatch 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Very comfortable for prolonged around-town driving, not bad for long trips. Could use adjustable lumbar support, but all other adjustments are very good. The non-sueded cloth is comfortable and durable. see full Kia Spectra review |