2009 Dodge Journey vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2009 Dodge Journey is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Journey. (235 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Journey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 213 kg more than 2009 Dodge Journey. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Journey. (315 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Journey. 2009 Dodge Journey has automatic transmission and 2005 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2005 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Journey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Journey | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Journey | Ram |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2538 kg | 2751 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 132 L |
