2012 Infiniti EX vs. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY
To start off, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Infiniti EX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Infiniti EX would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti EX. (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti EX.
Because 2012 Infiniti EX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Infiniti EX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Infiniti EX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Infiniti EX | 2013 Dodge JOURNEY | |
| Make | Infiniti | Dodge |
| Model | EX | JOURNEY |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1803 mm | 2127 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1572 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2799 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 78 L |
