Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
Model | Jeep Commander | Dodge Grand Caravan | |
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Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
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Wheelbase | 109.5 in | 121.2 in | -11.7 in |
Length | 188.5 in | 202.5 in | -14 in |
Width | 74.8 in | 76.9 in | -2.1 in |
Height | 71.9 in | 68.9 in | 3 in |
Curb Weight | 4581 lb. | 4321 lb. | 260 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.5 gal. | 20.5 gal. | 0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 39.8 in | 2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 63.0 in | -4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 57.0 in | -1.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 40.6 in | 1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.2 in | 39.2 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.5 in | 64.7 in | -6.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 64.8 in | -10.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.1 in | 36.3 in | -0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.7 in | 37.9 in | -2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.4 in | 62.0 in | -11.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 47.4 in | 48.7 in | -1.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 28.9 in | 37.6 in | -8.7 in |
Total Legroom | 106.7 in (over 3 rows) | 114.5 in (over 3 rows) | -7.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 6.0 ft3 | 32.7 ft3 | -26.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 36.4 ft3 | 83.0 ft3 | -46.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.7 ft3 | 144.4 ft3 | -75.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Jeep Commander.
2009 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. 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 |
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. 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. 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 |
2009 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 |