Lexus RX 2016 vs Dodge Journey 2011
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 2.4 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 238 HP | 173 HP | |
| Torque: | 350 NM | 225 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.2 seconds | n/a seconds | |
| Lexus RX engine produces 65 HP more power than Dodge Journey, whereas torque is 125 NM more than Dodge Journey. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.8 | 11.2 | |
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The Lexus RX is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Lexus RX consumes 3.4 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Dodge Journey, which means that by driving the Lexus RX over 15,000 km in a year you can save 510 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 72 litres | 77 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 920 km in combined cycle | 680 km in combined cycle | |
| 1090 km on highway | 810 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: | 200 mm (7.9 inches) | 182 mm (7.2 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: | 280'000 km | 360'000 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: | 12 years | 20 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Lexus IS, Lexus GS, Lexus NX | Installed on at least 6 other car models, including Jeep Patriot, Dodge Caliber, Dodge Avenger, Chrysler Sebring, Jeep Compass | |
| 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: | yes | no | |
| 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: | 1.90 m | 1.84 m | |
| Height: | 1.71 m | 1.69 m | |
| Lexus RX and Dodge Journey are practically the same length. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 553 litres | 300 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
no data | 1915 litres | |
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Lexus RX has more luggage capacity. Lexus RX has 253 litres more trunk space than the Dodge Journey. | |||
| Turning diameter: | no data | 11.7 meters | |
| Power steering: | Electric power steering | Hydraulic power steering | |
| Electric power steering is simpler, quieter, more fuel-efficient, more configurable and provides additional features such as auto-steering for lane assist and parking. The disadvantages of electric power steering are possible overheating under prolonged load conditions and insufficient feedback (feeling) during steering. | |||
| Gross weight: | 2`500 kg | 2`381 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`995 kg | 1`735 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 505 kg | 646 kg | |
| Lexus RX load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 28 procentiem less than Dodge Journey. 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 (€): | 29 200 | 10 600 | |
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