2009 Dodge Journey vs. 2000 Seat Salsa
To start off, 2009 Dodge Journey is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Salsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Salsa would be higher. At 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Seat Salsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Salsa (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Journey. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Journey.
Because 2000 Seat Salsa is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Journey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa 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, 2000 Seat Salsa (302 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Journey. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Salsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Journey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Journey | 2000 Seat Salsa | |
| Make | Dodge | Seat |
| Model | Journey | Salsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 55 L |
