2009 Dodge Journey vs. 2009 Honda CR-V
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Journey and 2009 Honda CR-V were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,516 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Journey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Journey (235 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2009 Honda CR-V. (164 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Journey weights approximately 230 kg more than 2009 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (220 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Journey | 2009 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Journey | CR-V |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3516 cc | 2353 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 58 L |