2012 Dodge Journey vs. 2001 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Dodge Journey is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Journey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Journey (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 2012 Dodge Journey is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Journey 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 Dodge Journey (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. (129 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Dodge Journey | 2001 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Journey | Polo |
Year Released | 2012 | 2001 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4887 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1765 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2891 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 55 L |