Model Year | 2008 | 2011 | |
Model | Dodge Grand Caravan | Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Engine | 4.0L V6 OHC-4v 187 kW@6000 351 Nm@4200 |
4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 194 kW@5600 367 Nm@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 3,078 mm | 2,690 mm | 1 mm |
Length | 5,144 mm | 4,671 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,953 mm | 1,895 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,750 mm | 1,801 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,033 kg | 1,837 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 78 L | 72 L | 6 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,600 mm | 1,483 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,448 mm | 1,407 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,031 mm | 1,064 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 996 mm | 1,024 mm | 995 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,643 mm | 1,369 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,646 mm | 1,295 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 922 mm | 795 mm | 127 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) | 1,859 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 926 L | 790 L | 136 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 2,350 L | 27.9 | -25.9 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 4,089 L | 1,892 L | 3 L |
2008 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. 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 | ||
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 |
2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 259-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed manual AWD w/low range |
Rear seats are cramped. Access is awful, with strange half-doors that require front doors to be open before they can be opened. see full Toyota FJ Cruiser review |