Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | |
Model | Dodge Grand Caravan | Toyota Sienna | |
Engine | 4.0L V6 OHC-4v 251 hp@6000 259 lb-ft@4200 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 266 hp@6200 245 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 121.2 in | 119.3 in | 1.9 in |
Length | 202.5 in | 200.0 in | 2.5 in |
Width | 76.9 in | 77.4 in | -0.5 in |
Height | 68.9 in | 68.9 in | 0 in |
Curb Weight | 4483 lb. | 4177 lb. | 306 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.5 gal. | 20.0 gal. | 0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 42.0 in | -2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.0 in | 63.8 in | -0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.0 in | 58.4 in | -1.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 42.9 in | -2.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 40.2 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 64.7 in | 64.9 in | -0.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 64.8 in | 67.5 in | -2.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 39.6 in | -3.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.9 in | 38.1 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 62.0 in | 61.1 in | 0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 48.7 in | 51.8 in | -3.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 37.6 in | 39.5 in | -1.9 in |
Total Legroom | 114.5 in (over 3 rows) | 122 in (over 3 rows) | -7.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.7 ft3 | 43.6 ft3 | -10.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 83.0 ft3 | 94.5 ft3 | -11.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 144.4 ft3 | 148.9 ft3 | -4.5 ft3 |
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 |
2008 Toyota Sienna Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Room for all the kids, friends, and cargo see full Toyota Sienna review |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
With three children having ample rear seat space was very important to us. With the tri zone air system makes it comfortable for them as well. see full Toyota Sienna review |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
plenty of space and comfortable seats see full Toyota Sienna review |
2008 Toyota Sienna Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The passenger side does not have 8 way power seat controls. see full Toyota Sienna review |