2008 Hyundai Accent vs. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY
To start off, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY weights approximately 655 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
Because 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai Accent. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge JOURNEY will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Accent | 2013 Dodge JOURNEY | |
| Make | Hyundai | Dodge |
| Model | Accent | JOURNEY |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 279 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1843 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4888 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 78 L |
