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2012 Dodge Grand Caravan and 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL Specifications
| Model Year | 2012 | 2008 | |
| Model | Dodge Grand Caravan | Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 283 hp@6400 260 lb-ft@4400 |
4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 335 hp@6000 339 lb-ft@2700 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 121.2 in | 121.1 in | 0.1 in |
| Length | 202.5 in | 200.6 in | 1.9 in |
| Width | 78.7 in | 76.0 in | 2.7 in |
| Height | 67.9 in | 72.4 in | -4.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 4510 lb. | 5280 lb. | -770 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 26.0 gal. | -6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 40.1 in | -0.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.7 in | 58.3 in | 5.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 58.4 in | 0.0 in | 58.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 40.3 in | 0.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 40.6 in | -1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 64.1 in | 58.9 in | 5.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 65.0 in | 0.0 in | 65 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.5 in | 39.5 in | -3 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 37.9 in | 38.2 in | -0.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 62.0 in | 50.5 in | 11.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 48.7 in | 0.0 in | 48.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 32.7 in | 34.2 in | -1.5 in |
| Total Legroom | 109.9 in (over 3 rows) | 114 in (over 3 rows) | -4.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.0 ft3 | 14.3 ft3 | 18.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 83.3 ft3 | 43.8 ft3 | 39.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 143.8 ft3 | 83.3 ft3 | 60.5 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan
| 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 283-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I dislike the current emphasis on hard seats (and this applies to most other brands as well- Toyotas and Hondas are the worst). Enthusiast magazines can rave all they want about great support, etc, but the softer seats in friend's '92 Caravan are more comfortable than these in my 2013. I have an SXT model, which is sort of mid level in Grand Caravans, and it does have a power seat. However, that is an OPTION, and it should be standard above the SE model. see full Dodge Grand Caravan review |
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 335-horsepower 4.7L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
This SUV has a third row seat that can accommodate adults comfortably, without sacrificing braking and safety. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Excellent, usable 3rd row seating see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Roomy and adjustable. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Second row is good. Third row is EXCELLENT. Bigger than some of the monster American SUVs. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 335-horsepower 4.7L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Large third row seating to accomodate adults in far back row... see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
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