2010 Dodge Journey vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Journey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (271 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Journey. (235 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Journey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Journey weights approximately 2 kg more than 2011 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2011 Jaguar XJ 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 2011 Jaguar XJ. 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Journey. (314 Nm). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Journey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Dodge Journey | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Journey | XJ |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4887 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1765 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2891 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 82 L |
