Model Year | 2010 | 2012 | |
Model | Dodge Journey | Toyota Avalon | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.8 in | 111.0 in | 2.8 in |
Length | 192.4 in | 197.6 in | -5.2 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 72.8 in | -0.6 in |
Height | 66.6 in | 58.5 in | 8.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3796 lb. | 3572 lb. | 224 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 38.9 in | 1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.5 in | 59.4 in | -1.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.8 in | 55.8 in | -2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 41.3 in | -0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 37.5 in | 2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.9 in | 58.2 in | -1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.4 in | 56.2 in | -1.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.6 in | 40.9 in | -7.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.7 in | 0.0 in | 37.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 51.1 in | 0.0 in | 51.1 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) | 82.2 in (over 2 rows) | 15.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.7 ft3 | 14.4 ft3 | -3.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 37.1 ft3 | 14.4 | 22.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 67.6 ft3 | 14.4 ft3 | 53.2 ft3 |
2010 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 |
2009 | 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Rear doors open nearly 90 degrees and foot room, for streching out, is excellent. see full Dodge Journey review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Compared to other wagon- type vehicles, the Journey has a very "Large" feeling in front see full Dodge Journey review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
with our growing family the third row is great. see full Dodge Journey review |
2009 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 138hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD |
7 seats see full Dodge Journey review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
3rd row seating option. see full Dodge Journey review |
2010 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 |
2009 | 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
On long hauls over 3 hours you are sore when you get out. see full Dodge Journey review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
no foot room for 3rd row passengers. kind of wasted space see full Dodge Journey review |
2012 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Compounding the Avalon's lack of suspension compliance, its seats are also firm, yet lacking in lateral support. You very much sit on them rather than in them. On a long drive my rear end reported impinged circulation. The front passenger is even worse off, as the tilt of that seat can be adjusted only in the Limited. Rear seat passengers also complained about overly firm, insufficiently contoured cushions. see full Toyota Avalon review |
2012 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Heated seats are wonderful in winter. Dual zone heater/air conditioner a plus for driver/passenger comfort. Back-up camera is handy for checking what the mirrors don't pick up. Quiet, smooth engine/transmission. Comfortable seats are easily adjustable. Easy access and good leg-room in rear seats. see full Toyota Avalon review |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Heated seats are wonderful in winter. Dual zone heater/air conditioner a plus for driver/passenger comfort. Back-up camera is handy for checking what the mirrors don't pick up. Quiet, smooth engine/transmission. Comfortable seats are easily adjustable. Easy access and good leg-room in rear seats. see full Toyota Avalon review |