2009 Dodge Journey vs. 2000 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2009 Dodge Journey is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Journey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Journey (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Maxima. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Maxima.
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 (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Maxima. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Maxima. 2009 Dodge Journey has automatic transmission and 2000 Nissan Maxima has manual transmission. 2000 Nissan Maxima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Journey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Dodge Journey | 2000 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Journey | Maxima |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2760 mm |