2011 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY
To start off, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY weights approximately 186 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2013 Dodge JOURNEY | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Avalanche | JOURNEY |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4888 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2127 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1693 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 78 L |