2003 Toyota Avalon vs. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY
To start off, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avalon (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY weights approximately 54 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avalon.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Toyota Avalon (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Avalon | 2013 Dodge JOURNEY | |
| Make | Toyota | Dodge |
| Model | Avalon | JOURNEY |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2127 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1693 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 78 L |
