Ford Explorer (2009) vs. Dodge Grand Caravan (2008) Specs

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2009 Ford Explorer and 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan Specifications

Model Year	2009	2008
Model	Ford Explorer	Dodge Grand Caravan
Engine
Transmission
Drivetrain
Body	4dr SUV	4dr Minivan, ext.
			Difference
Wheelbase	113.7 in	121.2 in	-7.5 in
Length	193.4 in	202.5 in	-9.1 in
Width	73.7 in	76.9 in	-3.2 in
Height	72.8 in	68.9 in	3.9 in
Curb Weight	4440 lb.	4321 lb.	119 lb.
Fuel Capacity	22.5 gal.	20.5 gal.	2 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.8 in	39.8 in	0 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	59.0 in	63.0 in	-4 in
Hip Room, Row 1	55.4 in	57.0 in	-1.6 in
Legroom, Row 1	42.4 in	40.6 in	1.8 in
Headroom, Row 2	38.7 in	39.2 in	-0.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	58.9 in	64.7 in	-5.8 in
Hip Room, Row 2	55.5 in	64.8 in	-9.3 in
Legroom, Row 2	36.9 in	36.3 in	0.6 in
Headroom, Row 3	37.4 in	37.9 in	-0.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	53.1 in	62.0 in	-8.9 in
Hip Room, Row 3	45.3 in	48.7 in	-3.4 in
Legroom, Row 3	34.9 in	37.6 in	-2.7 in
Total Legroom	114.2 in (over 3 rows)	114.5 in (over 3 rows)	-0.3 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	13.6 ft³	32.7 ft³	-19.1 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	43.9 ft³	83.0 ft³	-39.1 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	83.7 ft³	144.4 ft³	-60.7 ft³

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Ford Explorer

2009 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2008	4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range	the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan

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

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