Model Year | 2011 | 2013 | |
Model | Dodge Journey | Ford Escape | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 283 hp@6350 260 lb-ft@4400 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@5500 270 lb-ft@3000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.8 in | 105.9 in | 7.9 in |
Length | 192.4 in | 178.1 in | 14.3 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 72.4 in | -0.2 in |
Height | 66.6 in | 66.3 in | 0.3 in |
Curb Weight | 4195 lb. | 3732 lb. | 463 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.5 gal. | 15.1 gal. | 5.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 39.9 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.5 in | 56.0 in | 1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.8 in | 54.8 in | -1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 40.4 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.9 in | 39.0 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.9 in | 55.3 in | 1.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.4 in | 52.4 in | 2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.6 in | 36.8 in | -3.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.7 in | 0.0 in | 37.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 43.5 in | 0.0 in | 43.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 40.0 in | 0.0 in | 40 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 23.4 in | 0.0 in | 23.4 in |
Total Legroom | 97.8 in (over 3 rows) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 20.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.7 ft3 | 34.3 ft3 | -23.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 37.0 ft3 | 34.3 | 2.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 67.6 ft3 | 67.8 ft3 | -0.2 ft3 |
2011 Dodge Journey Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Always considering the price, The journey is quite comfortable even for long trips. Went 12 hours with a friends journey and not even tired. see full Dodge Journey review |
2011 Dodge Journey Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Cushion in the seats are not good. with my bad back long drives are not very good. Need to add a cushion or it is hard on my butt. see full Dodge Journey review |
2013 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Front seats are comfortable AFTER removing headrests and re-installing them backwards. see full Ford Escape review |
2013 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic FWD |
It's a tad bit tight in the drivers seat. I have to postion the seat just right to avoid hitting my right knee on the center console, and I frequently hit the light switch when getting out. I'm only 5'9", so not that large of a person. see full Ford Escape review |