2011 Dodge Journey vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Dodge Journey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Dodge Journey would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (518 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Journey. (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Journey.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dodge Journey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (699 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Journey. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Journey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Dodge Journey | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Journey | ML |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4887 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 2141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2891 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 105 L |
