2012 Dodge Journey vs. 2012 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2012 Dodge Journey and 2012 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Journey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Journey (283 HP) has 103 more horse power than 2012 Volvo S60. (180 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo S60.
Because 2012 Dodge Journey is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volvo S60. 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.
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2012 Dodge Journey | 2012 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Dodge | Volvo |
Model | Journey | S60 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 180 HP |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4887 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1765 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2891 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 67 L |