2009 Dodge Journey vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Dodge Journey is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Civic 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 95 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Journey weights approximately 507 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2009 Dodge Journey has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Civic 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 | 2007 Honda Civic | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Journey | Civic |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 853 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |