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2009 Dodge Grand Caravan and 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2006 | |
| Model | Dodge Grand Caravan | Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Engine | 4.0L V6 OHC-4v 251 hp@6000 259 lb-ft@4200 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 166 hp@6500 140 lb-ft@5000 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
| Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 2dr Convertible | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 3,078 mm | 2,329 mm | 1 mm |
| Length | 5,144 mm | 3,995 mm | 2 mm |
| Width | 1,953 mm | 1,720 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,750 mm | 1,245 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 2,033 kg | 1,146 kg | 1 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 78 L | 48 L | 30 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 950 mm | -949 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,600 mm | 1,351 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,448 mm | 1,285 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,031 mm | 1,095 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 996 mm | 0 mm | 996 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,643 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,646 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 922 mm | 0 mm | 922 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 963 mm | 0 mm | 963 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,575 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,237 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 955 mm | 0 mm | 955 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,908 mm (over 3 rows) | 1,095 mm (over 1 row) | 1 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 926 L | 150 L | 776 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 2,350 L | 5.3 | -3.3 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 4,089 L | 5.3 | -1.3 L |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan
| 2009 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. 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 |
| 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. 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. 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 |
| 2009 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata
| 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 2dr Convertible 166-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual RWD |
It's OK for the driver, but there's not much room for the feet of the passenger. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review |
| 2006 | 2dr Convertible 170-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual RWD |
Taller drivers will fit, but you have to get the seat JUST right. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review |
| 2005 | 2dr Convertible turbocharged 178hp 1.8L I4 6-speed manual RWD |
There is no backseat, but this is a SPORTS CAR! see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review |
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