Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
Model | Dodge Grand Caravan | Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Engine | 4.0L V6 OHC-4v 251 hp@6000 259 lb-ft@4200 |
2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 150 hp@5000 170 lb-ft@3750 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 121.2 in | 98.7 in | 22.5 in |
Length | 202.5 in | 161.1 in | 41.4 in |
Width | 76.9 in | 67.9 in | 9 in |
Height | 68.9 in | 59.0 in | 9.9 in |
Curb Weight | 4483 lb. | 2965 lb. | 1518 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.5 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 38.2 in | 1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.0 in | 52.8 in | 10.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.0 in | 0.0 in | 57 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 39.4 in | 1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 36.7 in | 2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 64.7 in | 49.3 in | 15.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 64.8 in | 0.0 in | 64.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 33.5 in | 2.8 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 | 37.6 in | 0.0 in | 37.6 in |
Total Legroom | 114.5 in (over 3 rows) | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | 41.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.7 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 20.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 83.0 ft3 | 12.0 | 71 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 144.4 ft3 | 27.2 ft3 | 117.2 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Volkswagen New Beetle.