2006 Fiat Albea vs. 2011 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2011 Dodge Journey is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Albea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Albea would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Journey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Journey (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Albea. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Albea.
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, 2011 Dodge Journey (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Albea. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Albea. 2011 Dodge Journey has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Albea has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Albea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Journey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Albea | 2011 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Fiat | Dodge |
| Model | Albea | Journey |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1834 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 78 L |
