2009 Dodge Journey vs. 2004 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2009 Dodge Journey is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Vitara 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 70 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Journey weights approximately 45 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Journey | 2004 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Journey | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
