2009 Dodge Journey vs. 2009 Audi A4
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Journey and 2009 Audi A4 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Journey. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Journey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Journey weights approximately 600 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
Because 2009 Audi A4 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, 2009 Audi A4 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, 2009 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Journey. (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Journey. 2009 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2009 Dodge Journey has manual transmission. 2009 Dodge Journey will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Dodge Journey | 2009 Audi A4 | |
Make | Dodge | Audi |
Model | Journey | A4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 254 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |