Model Year | 2012 | 2008 | |
Model | Dodge Journey | Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 283 hp@6350 260 lb-ft@4400 |
6.0L V8 OHV-2v 366 hp@5500 380 lb-ft@4300 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | 4WD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.8 in | 116.0 in | -2.2 in |
Length | 192.4 in | 202.0 in | -9.6 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 79.0 in | -6.8 in |
Height | 66.6 in | 76.9 in | -10.3 in |
Curb Weight | 4195 lb. | 5530 lb. | -1335 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.5 gal. | 26.0 gal. | -5.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 41.1 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.5 in | 65.3 in | -7.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.8 in | 64.4 in | -10.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 41.3 in | -0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.9 in | 39.2 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.9 in | 65.2 in | -8.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.4 in | 60.6 in | -6.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.6 in | 39.0 in | -5.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.7 in | 37.9 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 43.5 in | 61.7 in | -18.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 40.0 in | 49.1 in | -9.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 23.4 in | 25.6 in | -2.2 in |
Total Legroom | 97.8 in (over 3 rows) | 105.9 in (over 3 rows) | -8.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.7 ft3 | 16.9 ft3 | -6.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 37.0 ft3 | 60.3 ft3 | -23.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 67.6 ft3 | 108.9 ft3 | -41.3 ft3 |
2012 Dodge Journey Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2013 | Overly firm, insufficiently contoured front seats seem to be popping up everywhere lately, even in the formerly fluffy Toyota Avalon. (Blame the influence of the Germans.) The Dodge Journey’s front buckets provide a refreshing alternative, with a rare combination of cushiness and support. The armrests and door pulls are also well-padded. The driver-side lumbar powers up and down as well as in and out. The headrests even adjust fore-aft, a rarity among sub-luxury cars these days. If only the driver seat also included power recline... see full Dodge Journey review |
2012 Dodge Journey Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
As mentioned earlier, Chrysler really dropped the ball when it packaged the Journey. The second-row seat is a comfortable height off the floor, yet headroom is plentiful even by crossover standards. But that’s the beginning and end of the back seat’s virtues. The optional third-row seat is kids-only (unless the adults in question aren’t much larger than kids). Though less than an inch longer, and riding on a wheelbase that’s 3.6 inches shorter, the new 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe has eight more inches of legroom in each of the rear rows—a huge difference. Adults can fit in the Journey’s second row if it’s slide back at least half way along its travel, but they can’t stretch out like they can in the Santa Fe. Or in many compact crossovers, for that matter. Poor packaging also makes for a fairly high load floor and (as mentioned above) less cargo volume than in other similarly-dimensioned crossovers. see full Dodge Journey review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Dodge Journey.
2008 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
HAve LT3 package with heated 10 way leather. Ergonomics and placement of controls are natural and intuitive. see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
There is plenty of space for all of the passengers and personal gear. The bucket seats add a lot of comfort. They also allow some extra room for third row passengers. Leather is the way to go, and the heated seats come in handy on those cold winter days. see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD |
the best! had a back operation three years ago and this was thed only vehicle i am comfortable in see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
like riding first class in an airplane see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
2008 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Rear seat leg room cramped. Aparently moved forward to make room for 3rd row seating. 2nd row seats should be adjustable front to back. see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD |
inability to flat fold seat see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |