Model Year | 2011 | 2006 | |
Model | Dodge Journey | Nissan Xterra | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 283 hp@6350 260 lb-ft@4400 |
4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 265 hp@5600 284 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.8 in | 106.3 in | 7.5 in |
Length | 192.4 in | 178.7 in | 13.7 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 72.8 in | -0.6 in |
Height | 66.6 in | 74.9 in | -8.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3884 lb. | 4165 lb. | -281 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.5 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -0.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 39.9 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.5 in | 58.3 in | -0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.8 in | 55.9 in | -2.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 42.4 in | -1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.9 in | 39.3 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.9 in | 58.3 in | -1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.4 in | 46.1 in | 8.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.6 in | 34.4 in | -0.8 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) | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | 21 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.7 ft3 | 35.2 ft3 | -24.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 37.0 ft3 | 35.2 | 1.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 67.6 ft3 | 65.7 ft3 | 1.9 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 |
2006 Nissan Xterra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
The seats are supportive without being rigid. I like the easy to clean, removable seating material. see full Nissan Xterra review |
2006 Nissan Xterra Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range |
The rear seat on the XTerra is not spacious, but it is sufficient for shorter adults, kids, and pets. At 6'4", I'm cramped and the narrow door opening doesn't help with access. Still, it's far less clastrophobic than the FJ Cruiser. see full Nissan Xterra review |