Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | |
Model | Dodge Grand Caravan | Mazda RX-8 | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 283 hp@6400 260 lb-ft@4400 |
1.3L R2 OHV-2v 212 hp@7500 159 lb-ft@5500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 3,078 mm | 2,703 mm | 1 mm |
Length | 5,144 mm | 4,460 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,999 mm | 1,770 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,725 mm | 1,341 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,046 kg | 1,403 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 76 L | 60 L | 16 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 970 mm | -969 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,618 mm | 1,392 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,483 mm | 1,354 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,034 mm | 1,085 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 998 mm | 935 mm | 63 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,628 mm | 1,394 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,651 mm | 1,222 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 927 mm | 818 mm | 109 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 | 831 mm | 0 mm | 831 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,791 mm (over 3 rows) | 1,902 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 934 L | 215 L | 719 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 2,359 L | 7.6 | -5.6 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 4,072 L | 7.6 | -3.6 L |
2011 Dodge Grand Caravan Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 283-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Nice car, but front seats could be better. Close to a deal breaker. see full Dodge Grand Caravan review |
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 |