Volkswagen Golf / GTI (2013) vs. Dodge Grand Caravan (2008) Specs

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2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI and 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan Specifications

Model Year	2013	2008
Model	Volkswagen Golf / GTI	Dodge Grand Caravan
Engine
Transmission
Drivetrain
Body	4dr Hatch	4dr Minivan, ext.
			Difference
Wheelbase	101.5 in	121.2 in	-19.7 in
Length	165.4 in	202.5 in	-37.1 in
Width	70.3 in	76.9 in	-6.6 in
Height	58.3 in	68.9 in	-10.6 in
Curb Weight	2968 lb.	4321 lb.	-1353 lb.
Fuel Capacity	14.5 gal.	20.5 gal.	-6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.3 in	39.8 in	-0.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	54.7 in	63.0 in	-8.3 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	57.0 in	-57 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.2 in	40.6 in	0.6 in
Headroom, Row 2	38.5 in	39.2 in	-0.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	52.8 in	64.7 in	-11.9 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	64.8 in	-64.8 in
Legroom, Row 2	35.5 in	36.3 in	-0.8 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	76.7 in (over 2 rows)	114.5 in (over 3 rows)	-37.8 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	15.0 ft³	32.7 ft³	-17.7 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	15.0	83.0 ft³	-68
Cargo Volume, Maximum	46.0 ft³	144.4 ft³	-98.4 ft³

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI

2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2012	4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD	Four adults can easily and comfortably fit in this car, with plenty of room for luggage. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI 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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