| Model Year | 2009 | 2010 | |
| Model | Dodge Journey | Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 235 hp@6400 232 lb-ft@4000 |
4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 259 hp@5600 270 lb-ft@4400 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD w/low range | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 113.8 in | 105.9 in | 7.9 in |
| Length | 192.4 in | 183.9 in | 8.5 in |
| Width | 72.2 in | 74.6 in | -2.4 in |
| Height | 66.6 in | 70.9 in | -4.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 4229 lb. | 4290 lb. | -61 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.5 gal. | 19.0 gal. | 1.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 41.3 in | -0.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.5 in | 58.4 in | -0.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.8 in | 55.4 in | -1.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 41.9 in | -1.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 40.3 in | -0.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.9 in | 53.9 in | 3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.4 in | 51.0 in | 3.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 33.6 in | 31.3 in | 2.3 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) | 73.2 in (over 2 rows) | 24.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.7 ft3 | 27.9 ft3 | -17.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 37.1 ft3 | 27.9 | 9.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 67.6 ft3 | 66.8 ft3 | 0.8 ft3 |
| 2009 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 |
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 |
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 |
3rd row seating option. see full Dodge Journey review |
| 2009 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 |
| 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 259-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed manual AWD w/low range |
Rear seats are cramped. Access is awful, with strange half-doors that require front doors to be open before they can be opened. see full Toyota FJ Cruiser review |