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Dodge Grand Caravan (2008) vs. Nissan Xterra (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan and 2012 Nissan Xterra specs.

2008 Dodge Grand Caravan and 2012 Nissan Xterra Specifications

Model Year 2008 2012  
Model Dodge Grand Caravan Nissan Xterra  
Engine 4.0L V6
OHC-4v
251 hp@6000
259 lb-ft@4200
4.0L V6
DOHC-4v
261 hp@5600
281 lb-ft@4000
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 5-speed automatic  
Drivetrain FWD RWD  
Body 4dr Minivan, ext. 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 3,078 mm 2,700 mm 1 mm
Length 5,144 mm 4,539 mm 1 mm
Width 1,953 mm 1,849 mm 0 mm
Height 1,750 mm 1,902 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 2,033 kg 1,879 kg 1 kg
Fuel Capacity 78 L 80 L -2 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,011 mm 1,013 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,600 mm 1,481 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,448 mm 1,420 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,031 mm 1,077 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 996 mm 998 mm -2 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,643 mm 1,481 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,646 mm 1,171 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 922 mm 874 mm 48 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 3 955 mm 0 mm 955 mm
Total Legroom 2,908 mm (over 3 rows) 1,951 mm (over 2 rows) 1 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 926 L 997 L -71 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 2,350 L 35.2 -33.2 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 4,089 L 1,860 L 3 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan

2008 Dodge Grand Caravan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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. 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
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. 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. 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
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 Grand Caravan review
2008 Dodge Grand Caravan Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

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