2011 Dodge Journey vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, both 2011 Dodge Journey and 2011 Mazda BT-50 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 175 more horse power than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda BT-50.
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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda BT-50. 2011 Dodge Journey has automatic transmission and 2011 Mazda BT-50 has manual transmission. 2011 Mazda BT-50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Journey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Dodge Journey | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Journey | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2891 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 50 L |
