2008 Toyota Camry 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 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Journey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Journey (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Camry. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Camry.
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, 2011 Dodge Journey (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Camry. (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Camry | 2011 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Toyota | Dodge |
| Model | Camry | Journey |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3309 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1834 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |
