1997 Volkswagen W12 vs. 2012 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2012 Dodge Journey is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen W12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen W12 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (420 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Journey. (283 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Journey.
Because 2012 Dodge Journey is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Volkswagen W12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Journey will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (719 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Journey. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Journey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Volkswagen W12 | 2012 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Dodge |
| Model | W12 | Journey |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5600 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 719 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 78 L |
