2009 Dodge Journey vs. 2011 BMW 550
To start off, 2011 BMW 550 is newer by 2 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Journey. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Journey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 550 weights approximately 489 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 2011 BMW 550 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Journey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 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, 2011 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Journey. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Journey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Journey | 2011 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Journey | 550 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |
