2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2010 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2010 Dodge Journey is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Traverse would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Journey. (235 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Journey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Journey weights approximately 294 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.
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 Chevrolet Traverse (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Journey. (314 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Journey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 2010 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Traverse | Journey |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1843 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1834 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 78 L |
