2009 Cadillac DTS vs. 2012 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2012 Dodge Journey is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Cadillac DTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Cadillac DTS would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac DTS (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Journey. (283 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Journey.
Because 2012 Dodge Journey is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac DTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2009 Cadillac DTS (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Journey. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Journey.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac DTS | 2012 Dodge Journey | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | DTS | Journey |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4887 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2891 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 78 L |