2003 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2011 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2011 Dodge Journey is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Journey (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 548 kg more than 2011 Dodge Journey.
Because 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dodge Journey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Journey. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Journey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2011 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Toyota | Dodge |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Journey |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 1762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 78 L |
