2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2010 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2010 Dodge Journey is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Journey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Journey (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Journey weights approximately 209 kg more than 2009 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Journey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Journey. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Journey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 2010 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Kia | Dodge |
| Model | Sportage | Journey |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 78 L |
