Model Year | 2009 | 2006 | |
Model | Dodge Grand Caravan | Nissan Armada | |
Engine | 4.0L V6 OHC-4v 251 hp@6000 259 lb-ft@4200 |
5.6L V8 DOHC-4v 305 hp@4900 385 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 121.2 in | 123.2 in | -2 in |
Length | 202.5 in | 206.9 in | -4.4 in |
Width | 76.9 in | 78.8 in | -1.9 in |
Height | 68.9 in | 77.8 in | -8.9 in |
Curb Weight | 4483 lb. | 5251 lb. | -768 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.5 gal. | 28.0 gal. | -7.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 41.0 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.0 in | 65.1 in | -2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.0 in | 61.3 in | -4.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 41.8 in | -1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 40.0 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 64.7 in | 64.5 in | 0.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 64.8 in | 60.1 in | 4.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 41.9 in | -5.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.9 in | 35.9 in | 2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 62.0 in | 63.7 in | -1.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 48.7 in | 48.8 in | -0.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 37.6 in | 32.2 in | 5.4 in |
Total Legroom | 114.5 in (over 3 rows) | 115.9 in (over 3 rows) | -1.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.7 ft3 | 20.0 ft3 | 12.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 83.0 ft3 | 56.7 ft3 | 26.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 144.4 ft3 | 97.1 ft3 | 47.3 ft3 |
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 |
2006 Nissan Armada Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 305-horsepower 5.6L V8 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Plenty of room. see full Nissan Armada review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 305-horsepower 5.6L V8 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Plenty of room. see full Nissan Armada review |
2006 Nissan Armada Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 317-horsepower 5.6L V8 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Not enough legroom and headroom in 3rd row seat. see full Nissan Armada review |