2008 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (346 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Journey. (283 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Journey.
Because 2011 Dodge Journey is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Journey. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Journey. 2011 Dodge Journey has automatic transmission and 2008 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2008 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Journey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 2011 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Ram | Journey |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1834 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 78 L |
