Model Year | 2009 | 2014 | |
Model | Dodge Grand Caravan | Mazda Mazda5 | |
Engine | 4.0L V6 OHC-4v 251 hp@6000 259 lb-ft@4200 |
2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 157 hp@6000 163 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Minivan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 3,078 mm | 2,751 mm | 1 mm |
Length | 5,144 mm | 4,585 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,953 mm | 1,750 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,750 mm | 1,615 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,033 kg | 1,568 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 78 L | 60 L | 18 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 1,034 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,600 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,448 mm | 1,349 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,031 mm | 1,034 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 996 mm | 1,001 mm | 995 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,643 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,646 mm | 1,468 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 922 mm | 1,001 mm | 921 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 963 mm | 942 mm | 21 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,575 mm | 1,252 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,237 mm | 1,039 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 955 mm | 775 mm | 180 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,908 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,809 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 926 L | 320 L | 606 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 2,350 L | 1,257 L | 1 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 4,089 L | 2,008 L | 2 L |
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 |
2014 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 |