2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY
To start off, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. (279 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY weights approximately 294 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2013 Dodge JOURNEY | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Silverado | JOURNEY |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1843 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5860 mm | 4888 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2127 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 78 L |