Dodge Journey 2011 vs Lexus RX 2016
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.4 Petrol | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 173 HP | 238 HP | |
| Torque: | 225 NM | 350 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | n/a seconds | 9.2 seconds | |
| Dodge Journey engine produces 65 HP less power than Lexus RX, whereas torque is 125 NM less than Lexus RX. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 11.2 | 7.8 | |
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The Lexus RX is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Dodge Journey consumes 3.4 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Lexus RX, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Dodge Journey could require 510 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 77 litres | 72 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 680 km in combined cycle | 920 km in combined cycle | |
| 810 km on highway | 1090 km on highway | ||
| Lexus RX gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 182 mm (7.2 inches) | 200 mm (7.9 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Lexus RX can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Lexus RX version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. Choose from four 4x4 versions of Lexus RX 2016 if off-road driveability is important to you. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 360'000 km | 280'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Dodge Journey engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 20 years | 12 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 6 other car models, including Jeep Patriot, Dodge Caliber, Dodge Avenger, Chrysler Sebring, Jeep Compass | Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Lexus IS, Lexus GS, Lexus NX | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Dodge Journey might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | no | yes | |
| The Lexus RX engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.89 m | 4.89 m | |
| Width: | 1.84 m | 1.90 m | |
| Height: | 1.69 m | 1.71 m | |
| Dodge Journey and Lexus RX are practically the same length. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 300 litres | 553 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
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Lexus RX has more luggage space. Dodge Journey has 253 litres less trunk space than the Lexus RX. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.7 meters | no data | |
| Power steering: | Hydraulic power steering | Electric power steering | |
| Hydraulic power steering is technologically more complex, louder, increases fuel consumption and requires more servicing. It has the advantages of more power, less strain on the car's electrical system and better feedback (feeling) when steering. | |||
| Gross weight: | 2`381 kg | 2`500 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`735 kg | 1`995 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 646 kg | 505 kg | |
| Dodge Journey load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 22 procentiem more than Lexus RX. Therefore, Dodge Journey is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 10 600 | 28 400 | |
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