2009 Dodge Journey vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Journey. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Journey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 450 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Journey. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Journey.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Journey | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Journey | Touareg |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 100 L |