2009 Dodge Journey vs. 2008 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Dodge Journey is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tundra (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Journey. (235 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Journey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Journey weights approximately 30 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2009 Dodge Journey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Tundra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Journey 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 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Journey. (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Journey.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Journey | 2008 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Journey | Tundra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |