2009 Dodge Journey vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen CC (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Journey. (235 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Journey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Journey weights approximately 45 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen CC.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2010 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Journey. (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Journey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Journey | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Journey | CC |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3516 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |
