2010 Dodge Journey vs 2009 Ford Escape

2010 Dodge Journey

2009 Ford Escape

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AWD 4-Door Crew

Style	MPG City	MPG Hwy	Invoice	MSRP
Journey AWD 4-Door Crew	15	23	$25,337	$26,480
Journey AWD 4-Door R/T	15	23	$28,340	$29,745
Journey AWD 4-Door SXT	15	23	$25,337	$26,480
Journey FWD 4-Door Crew	16	24	$23,046	$23,990
Journey FWD 4-Door R/T	16	24	$26,730	$27,995
Journey FWD 4-Door SE	19	25	$20,152	$20,845
Journey FWD 4-Door SXT	16	24	$23,046	$23,990

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4WD 4-Door I4 Automatic Limited

Style	MPG City	MPG Hwy	Invoice	MSRP
Escape 4WD 4-Door I4 Automatic Limited	19	25	$24,715	$26,670
Escape 4WD 4-Door I4 Automatic XLS	19	25	$21,969	$23,395
Escape 4WD 4-Door I4 Automatic XLT	19	25	$23,381	$25,205
Escape 4WD 4-Door I4 CVT Hybrid	29	27	$29,015	$31,395
Escape 4WD 4-Door I4 CVT Hybrid Limited	29	27	$31,135	$33,725
Escape 4WD 4-Door V6 Automatic Limited	17	24	$25,625	$27,670
Escape 4WD 4-Door V6 Automatic XLT	17	24	$24,300	$26,215
Escape FWD 4-Door I4 Automatic Limited	20	28	$23,123	$24,920
Escape FWD 4-Door I4 Automatic XLS	20	28	$20,358	$21,645
Escape FWD 4-Door I4 Automatic XLT	20	28	$21,789	$23,455
Escape FWD 4-Door I4 CVT Hybrid	34	31	$27,422	$29,645
Escape FWD 4-Door I4 CVT Hybrid Limited	34	31	$29,542	$31,975
Escape FWD 4-Door I4 Manual XLS	20	28	$19,245	$20,435
Escape FWD 4-Door V6 Automatic Limited	18	26	$24,033	$25,920
Escape FWD 4-Door V6 Automatic XLT	18	26	$22,708	$24,465

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Pricing

Invoice Price

$25,337

$24,715

Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price

$26,480

$26,670

Monthly Payment Estimate

$441 / month

$445 / month

The Car Connection's Take

TCC Rating

8.2

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7.4

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TCC’s Bottom Line

The 2010 Dodge Journey crossover is a mini-minivan and excels in features and safety, but the driving experience leaves a lot to be desired.

The 2009 Ford Escape Hybrid is a viable and sturdy contender in the family crossover arena. Gas mileage is excellent for a compact SUV, and optional mechanical all-wheel drive sets it apart from softer competitors.

TCC Likes

Angular, distinctive styling
Tidy size
Improved interior

Far better fuel economy than non-hybrid Escape
Available mechanical all-wheel drive
Advanced Sync infotainment system

TCC Dislikes

Interior styling and materials
Lackluster performance in all versions
Steering feel on all-wheel-drive models

More interior and wind noise than competitors
Hybrid system not as well-muffled as newer Fords
Rear seat uncomfortable, annoying to fold

Fuel Economy

City

15 mpg

19 mpg

Highway

23 mpg

25 mpg

Vehicle

EPA Classification

4WD Sport Utility Vehicle

4WD Sport Utility Vehicles

Interior Dimensions

Second Hip Room (in)

54.4

49.1

Front Shoulder Room (in)

57.5

56.6

Passenger Volume (ft³)

125.6

99.5

Third Leg Room (in)

23.4

Second Head Room (in)

39.9

39.2

Third Hip Room (in)

40.0

Second Shoulder Room (in)

56.9

55.9

Front Leg Room (in)

40.8

41.6

Passenger Capacity

Third Head Room (in)

37.7

Front Hip Room (in)

53.8

53.3

Third Shoulder Room (in)

51.1

Second Leg Room (in)

33.6

35.6

Front Head Room (in)

40.8

40.4

Exterior Dimensions

Wheelbase (in)

113.8

103.1

Rear Door Opening Height (in)

- TBD -

33.3

Width, Max w/o mirrors (in)

72.2

71.1

Track Width, Front (in)

61.8

60.7

Min Ground Clearance (in)

- TBD -

8.4

Length, Overall (in)

192.4

174.7

Rear Door Opening Width (in)

- TBD -

43.2

Height, Overall (in)

66.6

67.8

Liftover Height (in)

30.8

29.4

Track Width, Rear (in)

62.3

60.2

Cargo Area Dimensions

Cargo Volume to Seat 2 (ft³)

37.0

29.2

Cargo Area Width @ Beltline (in)

- TBD -

Cargo Box (Area) Height (in)

33.1

37.3

Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 1 (in)

- TBD -

66.7

Cargo Volume to Seat 1 (ft³)

67.6

66.3

Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 3 (in)

- TBD -

Cargo Volume to Seat 3 (ft³)

10.7

Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings (in)

41.4

40.7

Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 2 (in)

- TBD -

34.7

Brakes

Drum - Rear (Yes or )

Yes

Brake ABS System

Yes

4-Wheel

Disc - Rear (Yes or )

Yes

Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in)

12.0 x 0.47

Brake Type

Pwr

Power

Rear Drum Diam x Width (in)

10.0 x 1.65

Disc - Front (Yes or )

Yes

Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in)

11.9 x 1.1

11.9 x 0.4

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal)

21.1

16.5

Steering

Steering Ratio (:1), Overall

16.45

17.5

Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft)

39.0

36.7

Steering Type

Pwr Rack & Pinion

Pwr

Lock to Lock Turns (Steering)

2.92

- TBD -

Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft)

- TBD -

40.1

Tires

Rear Tire Order Code

TWV

Front Tire Size

P225/55R19

P235/70R16

Spare Tire Size

T145/80D16

Compact

Front Tire Order Code

TWV

Spare Tire Order Code

TBC

Rear Tire Size

P225/55R19

P235/70R16

Trailering

Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs)

100

150

Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs)

100

Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs)

1000

1500

Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs)

1000

Weight Information

Base Curb Weight (lbs)

4212

4600

Wheels

Front Wheel Size (in)

19 x 7.0

16 x 7

Spare Wheel Size (in)

16.0 x 4.0

Compact

Rear Wheel Material

Aluminum

Rear Wheel Size (in)

19 x 7.0

16 x 7

Front Wheel Material

Aluminum

Spare Wheel Material

Steel

- TBD -

Cooling System

Total Cooling System Capacity (qts)

9.8

- TBD -

Electrical

Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary)

525

590

Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)

160

110

Engine

SAE Net Torque @ RPM

232 @ 4000

171 @ 4500

Engine Order Code

EGF

997

Displacement

3.5L/215

2.5L/152

SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM

235 @ 6400

171 @ 6000

Engine Type

Gas V6

Gas I4

Fuel System

SMPI

Mileage

EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG)

EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG)

Fuel Economy Est-Combined (MPG)

Transmission

Clutch Size (in)

Third Gear Ratio (:1)

2.28

1.91

Trans Type

Drivetrain

All Wheel Drive

4-Wheel Drive

Fifth Gear Ratio (:1)

1.00

Trans Description Cont. Again

w/Autostick

Reverse Ratio (:1)

3.21

2.31

Second Gear Ratio (:1)

2.84

2.96

Trans Order Code

DG2

Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1)

3.16

3.51

Fourth Gear Ratio (:1)

1.45 up/1.57 down

1.45

Trans Description Cont.

Automatic

Automatic w/OD

Sixth Gear Ratio (:1)

0.69

0.75

First Gear Ratio (:1)

4.13

4.58

Transfer Case Gear Ratio (:1), High

1.0

Transfer Case Gear Ratio (:1), Low

- TBD -

Summary

Vehicle Name

Dodge Journey

Ford Escape

Body Style

4dr SUV

4 Door

Suspension

Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm)

- TBD -

Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in)

- TBD -

Suspension Type - Rear

Independent

Multi-link

Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.)

multi-link

Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm)

- TBD -

Suspension Type - Front

Independent

MacPherson Strut

Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in)

- TBD -

Suspension Type - Front (Cont.)

MacPherson

Emissions

EPA Greenhouse Gas Score

- TBD -

Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year

10.4

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