Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
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 132 hp@6000 128 lb-ft@4200 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-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 | 171.1 in | 18 in |
Width | 78.6 in | 69.5 in | 9.1 in |
Height | 68.9 in | 61.0 in | 7.9 in |
Curb Weight | 4101 lb. | 2856 lb. | 1245 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 13.0 gal. | 7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 40.5 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.0 in | 53.3 in | 9.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.2 in | 52.3 in | 4.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 41.6 in | -1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.9 in | 39.4 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 64.7 in | 52.6 in | 12.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 67.8 in | 43.7 in | 24.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.5 in | 36.2 in | 0.3 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) | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 33.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.3 ft3 | 20.1 ft3 | -4.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 45.6 ft3 | 20.1 | 25.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 146.7 ft3 | 49.4 ft3 | 97.3 ft3 |
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 |
2009 Pontiac Vibe Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Room for a 6 foot 4 inch person see full Pontiac Vibe review |
2008 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
room to move see full Pontiac Vibe review |
2009 Pontiac Vibe Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
compared to my sons beamer i like the higher more cushioned feel.this car is higher in design than any ive seen.the gt leather seats sort of wrap around you-very comfotable see full Pontiac Vibe review |
2009 | 4dr Hatch 132-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
There is no rear seat room or comfort unless you are a less than 5 ft tall child. see full Pontiac Vibe review |