2006 Morgan Aero vs. 2010 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2010 Dodge Journey is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Morgan Aero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Morgan Aero would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Aero (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Journey. (235 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Aero should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Journey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Journey weights approximately 705 kg more than 2006 Morgan Aero.
Because 2006 Morgan Aero is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Morgan Aero. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Journey, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Morgan Aero (448 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Journey. (314 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Journey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Morgan Aero | 2010 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Morgan | Dodge |
| Model | Aero | Journey |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |
