Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | |
Model | Mazda MX-5 Miata | Dodge Grand Caravan | |
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Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 91.7 in | 121.2 in | -29.5 in |
Length | 157.3 in | 202.5 in | -45.2 in |
Width | 67.7 in | 76.9 in | -9.2 in |
Height | 49.0 in | 68.9 in | -19.9 in |
Curb Weight | 2441 lb. | 4321 lb. | -1880 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.7 gal. | 20.5 gal. | -7.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.4 in | 39.8 in | -2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 63.0 in | -9.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.6 in | 57.0 in | -6.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.1 in | 40.6 in | 2.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 39.2 in | -39.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 64.7 in | -64.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 64.8 in | -64.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 36.3 in | -36.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.9 in | -37.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 62.0 in | -62 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.7 in | -48.7 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.6 in | -37.6 in |
Total Legroom | 43.1 in (over 1 rows) | 114.5 in (over 3 rows) | -71.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 5.3 ft3 | 32.7 ft3 | -27.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 5.3 | 83.0 ft3 | -77.7 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 5.3 ft3 | 144.4 ft3 | -139.1 ft3 |
2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Convertible 166-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual RWD |
It's OK for the driver, but there's not much room for the feet of the passenger. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review |
2006 | 2dr Convertible 170-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual RWD |
Taller drivers will fit, but you have to get the seat JUST right. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review |
2005 | 2dr Convertible turbocharged 178hp 1.8L I4 6-speed manual RWD |
There is no backseat, but this is a SPORTS CAR! see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review |
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 |