2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2011 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2011 Dodge Journey is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 6,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Journey. (283 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Journey.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dodge Journey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade 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 Escalade (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Journey. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Journey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2011 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Escalade | Journey |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6161 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1834 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 78 L |
