Model Year | 2018 | 2008 | |
Model | Dodge Grand Caravan | Subaru Outback | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 283 hp@6400 260 lb-ft@4400 |
turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 243 hp@6000 241 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 121.2 in | 105.1 in | 16.1 in |
Length | 202.5 in | 188.7 in | 13.8 in |
Width | 78.7 in | 69.7 in | 9 in |
Height | 67.9 in | 63.2 in | 4.7 in |
Curb Weight | 4510 lb. | 3605 lb. | 905 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 16.9 gal. | 3.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 40.5 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.7 in | 54.4 in | 9.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 58.4 in | 51.0 in | 7.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 44.1 in | -3.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 39.1 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 64.1 in | 53.7 in | 10.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 65.0 in | 52.6 in | 12.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.5 in | 33.9 in | 2.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.9 in | 0.0 in | 37.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 62.0 in | 0.0 in | 62 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 48.7 in | 0.0 in | 48.7 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 32.7 in | 0.0 in | 32.7 in |
Total Legroom | 109.9 in (over 3 rows) | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 31.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.0 ft3 | 33.5 ft3 | -0.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 83.3 ft3 | 33.5 | 49.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 143.8 ft3 | 66.2 ft3 | 77.6 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan.
2008 Subaru Outback Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
A little tight in the left portion of the footwell; small dead pedal. see full Subaru Outback review |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Footroom too short. see full Subaru Outback review |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
not long enough for a 6 foot 2 inch frame but I manage see full Subaru Outback review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
I was amazed at how small the back seat is in this car. Really no bigger than a compact sedan, eg Civic or Corolla. I can't fit my 3 kids (in car seats) back there, and feel bad when co-workers pile in to go to lunch. Surprisingly small for a vehicle this size, and marketed as a "family car." If you plan to put adults or 3 kids back there regularly, look at the '10 or newer (or at something else -- the rear seat in my co-worker's Accord is far bigger and more comfortable). see full Subaru Outback review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 245-horsepower 3.0L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Leg and head room lacking for over 6 footers. see full Subaru Outback review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 245-horsepower 3.0L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Seat back a bit low for 6 footers. see full Subaru Outback review |