2010 Dodge Journey vs. 2011 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2011 Dodge Journey is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Dodge Journey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Dodge Journey would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Journey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Journey (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Journey. (235 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Journey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Journey weights approximately 53 kg more than 2011 Dodge Journey.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Dodge Journey (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Journey. (314 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Journey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Dodge Journey | 2011 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Journey | Journey |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4887 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1765 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2891 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 78 L |
