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2006 Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan and 2007 Volkswagen Passat Specifications
| Model Year | 2006 | 2007 | |
| Model | Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan | Volkswagen Passat | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Minivan | 4dr Wagon | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 113.3 in | 106.7 in | 6.6 in |
| Length | 189.1 in | 188.0 in | 1.1 in |
| Width | 78.6 in | 71.7 in | 6.9 in |
| Height | 68.9 in | 59.7 in | 9.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3999 lb. | 3473 lb. | 526 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 1.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 38.3 in | 1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.0 in | 55.7 in | 7.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.2 in | 0.0 in | 57.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 41.4 in | -0.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.9 in | 38.6 in | 1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 64.7 in | 54.6 in | 10.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 67.8 in | 0.0 in | 67.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.5 in | 37.7 in | -1.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 37.9 in | 0.0 in | 37.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 61.9 in | 0.0 in | 61.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 49.0 in | 0.0 in | 49 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 33.8 in | 0.0 in | 33.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 110.9 in (over 3 rows) | 79.1 in (over 2 rows) | 31.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.3 ft3 | 35.8 ft3 | -20.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 45.6 ft3 | 35.8 | 9.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 146.7 ft3 | 61.7 ft3 | 85 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan
| 2006 Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 Caravan / Grand Caravan review |
| 2006 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 207-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
I can get up to 2 adults and a child or 3 children, or 2 car seats and one child. The kids really like the rear seat and the middle captian chairs they love to recline and watch a movie. see full Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan review |
| 2006 | 4dr Minivan 180-horsepower 3.3L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Very roomy! see full Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan review |
| 2005 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 207-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Seating for seven allows us to travel with family members in one vehicle instead of taking two. see full Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Volkswagen Passat
| 2007 Volkswagen Passat Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lots of rear legroom and space for car seats. see full Volkswagen Passat review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Passat provided more interior space especially in the rear than the Audi A4 see full Volkswagen Passat review |
| 2008 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Compared to other sporty wagons (BMW, Subaru) the Passat has about 3" more rear leg room - enough to put my full-size parents and/or friends in the back seat without making them do contortions. Easier to get a child in and out of a rear safety seat, too. see full Volkswagen Passat review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Extremely comfortable front drivers seat w/ 12 way electronic adjustment. Able to find perfect driving position. Very little fatigue even after 12 - 14 hours of driving (taking breaks for food / gas of course). Lumbar adjusts both up/down and in/out. see full Volkswagen Passat review |
| 2008 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
This version of the Passat can easily fit 3 across seating in the rear see full Volkswagen Passat review |
| 2008 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
More than large enough for American size bodies! see full Volkswagen Passat review |
| 2007 | 4dr Wagon 280-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
larger than chief competitors (BMW 3 series, Audi A4) see full Volkswagen Passat review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Well bolstered seat, best seat heaters I ever had (have had Land Rovers and own a SAAB). see full Volkswagen Passat review |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Plenty of room in the front seat without squeezing the backseat. see full Volkswagen Passat review |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Plenty of room in the back seats. Room for three comfortably. see full Volkswagen Passat review |
| 2007 Volkswagen Passat Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
No thigh support, not as comfortable as my 2000 Passat see full Volkswagen Passat review |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
My two teenagers complain that the rear seat cushion is low and not very comfortable to sit on for long distances. the leg room is great. see full Volkswagen Passat review |
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