2007 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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 124 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2012 Dodge Journey is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Dodge Journey (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. 2012 Dodge Journey has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Tacoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Journey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Tacoma | 2012 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Toyota | Dodge |
| Model | Tacoma | Journey |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3250 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 78 L |
