We know exactly what you’re thinking: You really don’t want to get a minivan, but it just seems so convenient. You’ve also got your eye on those three-row SUVs, which might be just as good as a minivan without the soccer mom feel. So what exactly are the main differences between the two? Let us break it down for you: Minivans have a sliding door — SUVs do not. This is the No. 1 reason many parents cite for making the switch to Minivan Land.