2010 Dodge Journey vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2010 Dodge Journey (235 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Journey weights approximately 490 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Dodge Journey (314 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (198 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Dodge Journey | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Journey | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4887 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1765 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2891 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 59 L |
