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2011 Dodge Grand Caravan and 2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Specifications
| Model Year | 2011 | 2012 | |
| Model | Dodge Grand Caravan | Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen | |
| Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 283 hp@6400 260 lb-ft@4400 |
2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 170 hp@5700 177 lb-ft@4250 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Wagon | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 121.2 in | 101.5 in | 19.7 in |
| Length | 202.5 in | 179.3 in | 23.2 in |
| Width | 78.7 in | 70.1 in | 8.6 in |
| Height | 67.9 in | 59.2 in | 8.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 4510 lb. | 3228 lb. | 1282 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 5.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 38.4 in | 1.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.7 in | 54.8 in | 8.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 58.4 in | 0.0 in | 58.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 41.1 in | -0.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 38.1 in | 1.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 64.1 in | 53.1 in | 11 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 65.0 in | 0.0 in | 65 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.5 in | 35.5 in | 1 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) | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 33.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.0 ft3 | 32.8 ft3 | 0.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 83.3 ft3 | 32.8 | 50.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 143.8 ft3 | 66.9 ft3 | 76.9 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan
| 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 283-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Nice car, but front seats could be better. Close to a deal breaker. see full Dodge Grand Caravan review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen
| 2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I am a tall guy with big feet, so my vehicle choices are greatly restricted. The Jetta Sportwagen (Golf Wagon here in Canada) is very comfortable on long drives. see full Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen review |
| 2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD |
at 6' 3" the rear seating with sun roof is a little tight. If you are taller than me do not plan to spend much time in the rear. see full Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen review |
| 2013 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Nice seats. Love the heated front seats see full Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen review |
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