2004 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY
To start off, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2004 Honda Accord. (161 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY weights approximately 461 kg more than 2004 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (353 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Accord. (218 Nm). This means 2013 Dodge JOURNEY will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Accord | 2013 Dodge JOURNEY | |
| Make | Honda | Dodge |
| Model | Accord | JOURNEY |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1843 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2127 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 78 L |
