2009 Dodge Journey vs. 2002 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Dodge Journey is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Journey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Journey (235 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Outback. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Outback weights approximately 250 kg more than 2009 Dodge Journey.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (288 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Journey | 2002 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Journey | Outback |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |
