2008 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Journey. (283 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Journey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Journey weights approximately 685 kg more than 2008 Ford F-150.
Because 2008 Ford F-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Journey, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Journey. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Journey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-150 | 2011 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | F-150 | Journey |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 78 L |
