2010 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2010 Dodge Journey

To start off, both 2010 Chevrolet Camaro and 2010 Dodge Journey were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Journey. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Journey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Journey weights approximately 9 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Camaro.

Because 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Journey, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Journey. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Journey. 2010 Dodge Journey has automatic transmission and 2010 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Journey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Chevrolet Camaro 2010 Dodge Journey
Make Chevrolet Dodge
Model Camaro Journey
Year Released 2010 2010
Body Type Coupe Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3600 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 304 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 370 Nm 225 Nm
Torque RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1715 kg 1724 kg
Vehicle Length 4836 mm 4887 mm
Vehicle Width 1918 mm 1834 mm
Vehicle Height 1377 mm 1702 mm
Wheelbase Size 2852 mm 2891 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.1 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 78 L


 

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