Model Year | 2017 | 2011 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Dodge Grand Caravan | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6500 255 lb-ft@4000 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 283 hp@6400 260 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,860 mm | 3,078 mm | -1 mm |
Length | 5,037 mm | 5,144 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 2,004 mm | 1,999 mm | 1 mm |
Height | 1,778 mm | 1,725 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,022 kg | 2,046 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 76 L | -6 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,052 mm | 1,011 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,562 mm | 1,618 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,455 mm | 1,483 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,031 mm | 1,034 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,031 mm | 998 mm | -997 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,549 mm | 1,628 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,443 mm | 1,651 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,003 mm | 927 mm | -926 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 960 mm | 963 mm | -3 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,290 mm | 1,575 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,034 mm | 1,237 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 846 mm | 831 mm | 15 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,880 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,791 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 595 L | 934 L | -339 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,243 L | 2,359 L | -1 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,313 L | 4,072 L | -2 L |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Ford Explorer.
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 |