2009 Dodge Journey vs. 2009 Lexus GX
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Journey and 2009 Lexus GX were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus GX (263 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Journey. (235 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Journey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Journey weights approximately 222 kg more than 2009 Lexus GX.
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 Lexus GX (438 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Journey. (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Journey.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Journey | 2009 Lexus GX | |
Make | Dodge | Lexus |
Model | Journey | GX |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4670 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1962 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 87 L |