2009 Dodge Journey vs. 2010 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2010 Toyota Hilux 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Journey (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Hilux. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Journey weights approximately 76 kg more than 2010 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux. 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, 2009 Dodge Journey (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Journey | 2010 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Journey | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 80 L |
