2011 Dodge Journey vs. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, both 2011 Dodge Journey and 2011 Volkswagen Jetta 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 113 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Journey weights approximately 298 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. 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, 2011 Dodge Journey (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. 2011 Dodge Journey has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta 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.
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2011 Dodge Journey | 2011 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Journey | Jetta |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4887 mm | 4557 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1765 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2891 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 55 L |