2008 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 2010 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2010 Dodge Journey is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Veracruz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Veracruz would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Journey. (235 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Journey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Journey weights approximately 757 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz.
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 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Journey. (314 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Journey.
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2008 Hyundai Veracruz | 2010 Dodge Journey | |
Make | Hyundai | Dodge |
Model | Veracruz | Journey |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 348 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4887 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2891 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 78 L |