2009 GMC Acadia vs. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY
To start off, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 GMC Acadia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 GMC Acadia would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. (279 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 770 kg more than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia 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, 2009 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Acadia | 2013 Dodge JOURNEY | |
| Make | GMC | Dodge |
| Model | Acadia | JOURNEY |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1843 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2127 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 78 L |
