1993 GMC Typhoon vs. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY
To start off, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 GMC Typhoon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 GMC Typhoon would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 GMC Typhoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. (279 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY weights approximately 186 kg more than 1993 GMC Typhoon.
With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 GMC Typhoon | 2013 Dodge JOURNEY | |
| Make | GMC | Dodge |
| Model | Typhoon | JOURNEY |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1926 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2127 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2890 mm |
