2009 Dodge Journey vs. 2004 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2009 Dodge Journey is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Avancier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Avancier 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 86 more horse power than 2004 Honda Avancier. (149 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Journey weights approximately 918 kg more than 2004 Honda Avancier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Avancier 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, 2004 Honda Avancier 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 (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Avancier. (206 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Journey | 2004 Honda Avancier | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Journey | Avancier |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2538 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 61 L |
