2009 Dodge Journey vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Journey and 2009 Nissan Frontier were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Journey. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Journey.
Because 2009 Nissan Frontier 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 Nissan Frontier 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 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Journey. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Journey. 2009 Dodge Journey has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan Frontier has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan Frontier will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Journey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Journey | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Journey | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 80 L |
