2009 Dodge Journey vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Express (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Journey. (235 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Journey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1035 kg more than 2009 Dodge Journey. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Journey, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Express (505 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Journey. (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Journey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Journey | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Journey | Express |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3516 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 505 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 2726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 117 L |
