2012 Dodge Journey vs. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2012 Dodge Journey is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 45 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. (238 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 308 kg more than 2012 Dodge Journey.
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, 2012 Dodge Journey (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. (315 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Dodge Journey | 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Journey | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4887 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1765 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2891 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 90 L |
