2009 Dodge Journey vs. 2002 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Dodge Journey is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Tata Safari would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Journey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Journey (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Tata Safari. (136 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 2002 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Tata Safari weights approximately 280 kg more than 2009 Dodge Journey.
Because 2002 Tata Safari 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, 2002 Tata Safari 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, 2009 Dodge Journey (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Journey | 2002 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Dodge | Tata |
| Model | Journey | Safari |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |
