2013 Dodge DART vs. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY
To start off, both 2013 Dodge DART and 2013 Dodge JOURNEY were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2013 Dodge DART. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge DART. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY weights approximately 296 kg more than 2013 Dodge DART. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge DART. (197 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge JOURNEY will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge DART. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY has automatic transmission and 2013 Dodge DART has manual transmission. 2013 Dodge DART will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2013 Dodge DART | 2013 Dodge JOURNEY | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | DART | JOURNEY |
Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1439 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4672 mm | 4888 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2127 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1465 mm | 1693 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2703 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 78 L |