2009 Dodge Journey vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 4 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (298 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Journey. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Journey.
Because 2013 Infiniti M 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, 2013 Infiniti M 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, 2013 Infiniti M (350 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Journey. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Journey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Journey | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
| Model | Journey | M |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1515 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
