2011 Infiniti M vs. 2012 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2012 Dodge Journey is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Infiniti M would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Journey. (283 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Journey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti M weights approximately 154 kg more than 2012 Dodge Journey. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Dodge Journey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Journey. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Journey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Infiniti M | 2012 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Infiniti | Dodge |
| Model | M | Journey |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5600 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1916 kg | 1762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4945 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1844 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1514 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2901 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 78 L |
