2009 Dodge Journey vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Journey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Journey would be higher. 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 92 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Journey weights approximately 412 kg more than 2010 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Journey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 118. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Journey 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 Dodge Journey (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Journey | 2010 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Journey | 118 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1962 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |
