2008 Dodge Durango vs. 2009 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2009 Dodge Journey is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Journey. (235 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Journey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Journey weights approximately 212 kg more than 2008 Dodge Durango.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Journey. (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Journey.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Durango | 2009 Dodge Journey | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Durango | Journey |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3518 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1962 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 80 L |