2009 Chrysler Voyager 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 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Voyager. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 440 kg more than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY.
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 Chrysler Voyager (360 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Voyager | 2013 Dodge JOURNEY | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Voyager | JOURNEY |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2127 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1693 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 78 L |
