2008 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2011 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2011 Dodge Journey is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Buick LaCrosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Buick LaCrosse would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick LaCrosse (200 HP) has 27 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Journey. (173 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Journey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Journey weights approximately 103 kg more than 2008 Buick LaCrosse.
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, 2008 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Journey. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Journey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick LaCrosse | 2011 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | LaCrosse | Journey |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 173 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1834 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 78 L |
