Model Year | 2008 | 2011 | |
Model | Dodge Grand Caravan | Volkswagen Touareg | |
Engine | 4.0L V6 OHC-4v 251 hp@6000 259 lb-ft@4200 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 280 hp@6200 265 lb-ft@3200 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 121.2 in | 113.9 in | 7.3 in |
Length | 202.5 in | 188.8 in | 13.7 in |
Width | 76.9 in | 76.4 in | 0.5 in |
Height | 68.9 in | 68.2 in | 0.7 in |
Curb Weight | 4483 lb. | 4711 lb. | -228 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.5 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.6 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.0 in | 59.8 in | 3.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.0 in | 0.0 in | 57 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 41.4 in | -0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 38.9 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 64.7 in | 56.7 in | 8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 64.8 in | 0.0 in | 64.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 34.9 in | 1.4 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) | 76.3 in (over 2 rows) | 38.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.7 ft3 | 32.1 ft3 | 0.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 83.0 ft3 | 32.1 | 50.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 144.4 ft3 | 70.9 ft3 | 73.5 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 |
2011 Volkswagen Touareg Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 225hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
More than usual leg room in the rear, even with the front seat all the way back. see full Volkswagen Touareg review |