2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2012 Dodge Journey is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Journey. (283 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Journey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1148 kg more than 2012 Dodge Journey. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Dodge Journey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Journey. (352 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Journey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Silverado | Journey |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2910 kg | 1762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6510 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 78 L |
