2010 Volkswagen Scirocco vs. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY
To start off, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY weights approximately 545 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY 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, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge JOURNEY will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco | 2013 Dodge JOURNEY | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Dodge |
| Model | Scirocco | JOURNEY |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1843 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4256 mm | 4888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2127 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1404 mm | 1765 mm |
