Model Year | 2006 | 2015 | |
Model | Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan | Mazda Mazda5 | |
Engine | 3.3L V6 OHV-2v 180 hp@5000 210 lb-ft@4000 |
2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 157 hp@6000 163 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan | 4dr Minivan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.3 in | 108.3 in | 5 in |
Length | 189.1 in | 180.5 in | 8.6 in |
Width | 78.6 in | 68.9 in | 9.7 in |
Height | 68.9 in | 63.6 in | 5.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3999 lb. | 3457 lb. | 542 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 4.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 40.7 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.0 in | 55.5 in | 7.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.2 in | 53.1 in | 4.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 40.7 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.9 in | 39.4 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 64.7 in | 55.5 in | 9.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 67.8 in | 57.8 in | 10 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.5 in | 39.4 in | -2.9 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.9 in | 37.1 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 61.9 in | 49.3 in | 12.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 49.0 in | 40.9 in | 8.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 33.8 in | 30.5 in | 3.3 in |
Total Legroom | 110.9 in (over 3 rows) | 110.6 in (over 3 rows) | 0.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.3 ft3 | 11.3 ft3 | 4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 45.6 ft3 | 44.4 ft3 | 1.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 146.7 ft3 | 70.9 ft3 | 75.8 ft3 |
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 |
2015 Mazda Mazda5 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 4dr Minivan 157-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The front seat head rests are horrific. They jut out and force your head, neck and entire upper back into an uncomfortable position. I'm sure this is part of some ill-conceived anti-whiplast design, but it's awful. I'd rather risk some whiplash than drive every day with this! see full Mazda Mazda5 review |