2009 Dodge Journey vs. 2011 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Veracruz 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Journey. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Journey.
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, 2011 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Journey. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Journey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Journey | 2011 Hyundai Veracruz | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Journey | Veracruz |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1806 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2804 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 78 L |
