2009 Dodge Journey vs. 2001 Oldsmobile O4
To start off, 2009 Dodge Journey is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Oldsmobile O4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Oldsmobile O4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Oldsmobile O4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Oldsmobile O4 (187 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Journey. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile O4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Journey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Journey weights approximately 260 kg more than 2001 Oldsmobile O4.
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 (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Oldsmobile O4. (255 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Oldsmobile O4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Journey | 2001 Oldsmobile O4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Journey | O4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2720 mm |
