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2006 Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan and 2006 Pontiac Vibe Specifications
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | |
| Model | Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan | Pontiac Vibe | |
| Engine | 3.8L V6 OHV-2v 207 hp@5000 238 lb-ft@4000 |
1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@7600 125 lb-ft@4400 |
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| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Minivan | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 113.3 in | 102.4 in | 10.9 in |
| Length | 189.1 in | 171.9 in | 17.2 in |
| Width | 78.6 in | 69.9 in | 8.7 in |
| Height | 68.9 in | 62.2 in | 6.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 4101 lb. | 2781 lb. | 1320 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 6.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 40.6 in | -1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.0 in | 53.2 in | 9.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.2 in | 51.7 in | 5.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 41.8 in | -1.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.9 in | 39.8 in | 0.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 64.7 in | 52.6 in | 12.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 67.8 in | 47.8 in | 20 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.5 in | 36.3 in | 0.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 37.9 in | 0.0 in | 37.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 61.9 in | 0.0 in | 61.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 49.0 in | 0.0 in | 49 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 33.8 in | 0.0 in | 33.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 110.9 in (over 3 rows) | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 32.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.3 ft3 | 19.3 ft3 | -4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 45.6 ft3 | 19.3 | 26.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 146.7 ft3 | 54.1 ft3 | 92.6 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 2006 Pontiac Vibe
| 2006 Pontiac Vibe Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
. see full Pontiac Vibe review |
| 2005 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Leather seats have been durable and relatively comfortable although no lumbar control, which would have welcomed. Despite some reviews saying driving position is odd, it fits me just fine and I like being able to simply get it--I don't have to climb up as in a SUV and I don't have to get down, as in a sedan. Rear seat room is amazing for such a small car. see full Pontiac Vibe review |
| 2006 Pontiac Vibe Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
It would only fit the 2 kids in their seat. There is a 3rd belt, but the car seats took up the space where the adult would go between them. see full Pontiac Vibe review |
| 2006 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Heating/cooling of the rear seats is poor. see full Pontiac Vibe review |
| 2005 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The driver's seat lacks lumbar support. I made a minor modification to significantly improve the driver seat: I shaped a piece of upholstery foam to create lumbar support. I fit it under the seat cloth so it looks factory. Without it I was slouching and had back aches within 30 minutes of driving. My test drive was 10 minutes. My wife found an inadequate situation on the passenger seat. She needs a very upright seat back. That makes the headrest push her head forward. She uses a 2" thick piece of foam on the upper 2/3rd of the back rest to create a little space between her head and the headrest. see full Pontiac Vibe review |
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