2009 Dodge Journey vs. 2011 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Defender 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 3,516 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Journey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Journey (235 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2011 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 2011 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1017 kg more than 2009 Dodge Journey.
Because 2011 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Journey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Defender 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 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Journey. (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Journey. 2009 Dodge Journey has automatic transmission and 2011 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2011 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Journey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Dodge Journey | 2011 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
Model | Journey | Defender |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3516 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 24.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 60 L |