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2006 Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan and 2009 Mazda RX-8 Specifications
| Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
| Model | Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan | Mazda RX-8 | |
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| Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Coupe | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 119.3 in | 106.4 in | 12.9 in |
| Length | 200.6 in | 175.6 in | 25 in |
| Width | 78.6 in | 69.7 in | 8.9 in |
| Height | 68.9 in | 52.8 in | 16.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 4146 lb. | 3064 lb. | 1082 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 4.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 38.2 in | 1.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 62.9 in | 54.8 in | 8.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.2 in | 53.3 in | 3.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 42.7 in | -2.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 36.8 in | 2.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 64.8 in | 54.9 in | 9.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 67.5 in | 48.1 in | 19.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 32.2 in | 6.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 38.5 in | 0.0 in | 38.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 62.1 in | 0.0 in | 62.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 49.0 in | 0.0 in | 49 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 38.9 in | 0.0 in | 38.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 118.5 in (over 3 rows) | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 43.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 20.0 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 | 12.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 54.2 ft3 | 7.6 | 46.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 167.9 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 | 160.3 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Mazda RX-8
| 2009 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Very comfortable Recaro seats, even on long drives. Larger people may not be comfortable so beware. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
| 2009 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Given the RX-8's compact dimensions, you wouldn't expect rear seat space to be a strength. But thanks to clever packaging and a subtly high roofline, there is actually space for real adults in back, provided those up front are short or move their seats up somewhat. With a pair of pickup-like rear-opening "half" rear doors, ingress and egress for rear seat passengers is a snap. For those who want a sports car but have children or need to transport a few friends occassionally, the RX-8 fits the bill nicely. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
| 2009 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
The R3 Recaro seats had side bolsters that were a bit tight for us. I am below average in size as a male, and my wife is also very small and we found the bolsters cut into our hips far more than was comfortable. The seats are racing oriented only. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
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