2009 Dodge Journey vs. 2008 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2009 Dodge Journey is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Journey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 235 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Journey weights approximately 1408 kg more than 2008 Nissan Quest.
Because 2008 Nissan Quest 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, 2008 Nissan Quest 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, 2008 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Journey. (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Journey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Journey | 2008 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Journey | Quest |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2538 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 76 L |
