2005 Toyota Camry 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 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Journey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Journey (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Camry. (184 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Journey weights approximately 187 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry. 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, 2012 Dodge Journey (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (290 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Camry | 2012 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Toyota | Dodge |
| Model | Camry | Journey |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |
