2009 Dodge Journey vs. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Journey and 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Journey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Journey (235 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Journey weights approximately 632 kg more than 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Journey. (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Journey | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 21.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1962 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 180 L |