2002 GMC Sierra vs. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY
To start off, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GMC Sierra (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. (279 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Sierra weights approximately 427 kg more than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 GMC Sierra (371 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 GMC Sierra | 2013 Dodge JOURNEY | |
| Make | GMC | Dodge |
| Model | Sierra | JOURNEY |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1843 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2127 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 78 L |
