2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2012 Dodge Journey is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Journey. (283 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Journey.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Journey. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Journey.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Dodge Journey | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Express | Journey |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 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 | 4400 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4887 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2891 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 78 L |