2005 Mitsubishi Grandis vs. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY
To start off, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis 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 159 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY weights approximately 223 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY 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, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge JOURNEY will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis | 2013 Dodge JOURNEY | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Dodge |
| Model | Grandis | JOURNEY |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1843 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2127 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 78 L |
