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2012 Honda Odyssey and 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan Specifications
| Model Year | 2012 | 2008 | |
| Model | Honda Odyssey | Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 w/DoD OHC-4v 247 hp@5700 250 lb-ft@4800 |
4.0L V6 OHC-4v 251 hp@6000 259 lb-ft@4200 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 118.1 in | 121.2 in | -3.1 in |
| Length | 202.9 in | 202.5 in | 0.4 in |
| Width | 79.2 in | 76.9 in | 2.3 in |
| Height | 68.4 in | 68.9 in | -0.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 4337 lb. | 4483 lb. | -146 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.0 gal. | 20.5 gal. | 0.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.7 in | 39.8 in | -0.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 64.4 in | 63.0 in | 1.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 58.2 in | 57.0 in | 1.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 40.6 in | 0.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 39.2 in | 0.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 63.5 in | 64.7 in | -1.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 66.1 in | 64.8 in | 1.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 40.9 in | 36.3 in | 4.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 38.0 in | 37.9 in | 0.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 60.9 in | 62.0 in | -1.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 48.4 in | 48.7 in | -0.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 42.4 in | 37.6 in | 4.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 124.2 in (over 3 rows) | 114.5 in (over 3 rows) | 9.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 38.4 ft3 | 32.7 ft3 | 5.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 93.1 ft3 | 83.0 ft3 | 10.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 148.5 ft3 | 144.4 ft3 | 4.1 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Honda Odyssey
| 2012 Honda Odyssey Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 247-horsepower 3.5L V6 w/DoD 5-speed automatic FWD |
The Odyssey has the best seat setup of any minivan on the market, by a large margin. Standard 8th seat, which is usable, easy to flip the 3rd row, adjustable 2nd row without floor rails to collect debris from kiddos. see full Honda Odyssey review |
| 2011 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 247-horsepower 3.5L V6 w/DoD 6-speed automatic FWD |
Nice and roomy 2nd row, we really like the Wide mode seating. Very nice 3rd row usable by adults. see full Honda Odyssey review |
| 2012 Honda Odyssey Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 247-horsepower 3.5L V6 w/DoD 5-speed automatic FWD |
The seats are still more thinly padded than the competition - and the third row seat angle is merely adequate. My mother in law noted that our Ody 3rd row is really like a standard seat - not "3rd class" - but the Pacifica made her feel like she was "stuck in the back". see full Honda Odyssey 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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