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2008 Dodge Grand Caravan and 2009 Mazda CX-9 Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
| Model | Dodge Grand Caravan | Mazda CX-9 | |
| Engine | 4.0L V6 OHC-4v 251 hp@6000 259 lb-ft@4200 |
3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 273 hp@6250 270 lb-ft@4250 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 121.2 in | 113.2 in | 8 in |
| Length | 202.5 in | 199.6 in | 2.9 in |
| Width | 76.9 in | 76.2 in | 0.7 in |
| Height | 68.9 in | 68.1 in | 0.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 4483 lb. | 4312 lb. | 171 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.5 gal. | 20.1 gal. | 0.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.6 in | 0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.0 in | 59.4 in | 3.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.0 in | 56.5 in | 0.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 40.9 in | -0.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 38.8 in | 0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 64.7 in | 58.7 in | 6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 64.8 in | 56.0 in | 8.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 39.8 in | -3.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 37.9 in | 35.4 in | 2.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 62.0 in | 56.9 in | 5.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 48.7 in | 43.7 in | 5 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 37.6 in | 32.4 in | 5.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 114.5 in (over 3 rows) | 113.1 in (over 3 rows) | 1.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.7 ft3 | 17.2 ft3 | 15.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 83.0 ft3 | 47.5 ft3 | 35.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 144.4 ft3 | 100.7 ft3 | 43.7 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 2009 Mazda CX-9
| 2009 Mazda CX-9 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Access to the 3rd row is better than any other 7 passenger SUV I drove. see full Mazda CX-9 review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Easy access to third row, good leg room in second and third row. see full Mazda CX-9 review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Long legroom in 2nd row seating, fold-down 3rd row seating has large seat cushions for adults see full Mazda CX-9 review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Third row is plenty comfortable for two adults on a long trip. see full Mazda CX-9 review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
highly adjustable, nice and firm see full Mazda CX-9 review |
| 2009 Mazda CX-9 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Front seats felt snug and the center console intruded on the driver side knee room. see full Mazda CX-9 review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
I would rather have more second row leg room and no third row. My third row is always folded down for cargo anyway. see full Mazda CX-9 review |
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