2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2009 Dodge Journey
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Aveo and 2009 Dodge Journey were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Journey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Journey (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (107 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Journey weights approximately 211 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Dodge Journey (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (142 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Aveo | 2009 Dodge Journey | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Aveo | Journey |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 78 L |