Dodge Journey vs. Honda Element Review

Performance
As far as horsepower, the Dodge packs quite a wallop and will knock the Honda Element down a few rungs. On the flip side, note that high horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Handling
With its tighter turning circle, the Honda Element is definitely more agile than the Dodge Journey, something to consider if you do a lot of city driving; on the other hand, keep in mind that a vehicle with a tight turning circle may feel a bit twitchy on the highway.

Drivetrain
Torque is roughly equivalent to acceleration, and in this respect, the Dodge Journey isn't much more powerful than the Element.

Utility
The Dodge will most definitely prove more convenient than the Honda for those of you with frequent child-cargo. The Dodge Journey is likely a better choice than the Honda Element with respect to transporting cargo, especially if you often need to carry a lot of luggage or big dogs. The Journey outpulls the Honda Element by a sizeable margin.

Convenience
You likely won't have to visit your friendly gas station more often with the Honda than with the Dodge Journey, because both offer similar mileage ranges.

Comfort
Taller drivers will substantially enjoy the extra head room in the Honda Element's front cabin compared to the Dodge Journey. The ampler interior dimensions of the Honda Element make it substantially more spacious for your passengers than the Dodge Journey.

Dimensions
Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the Dodge Journey than the Honda Element because of its larger tank. The Honda Element and the Dodge Journey compete for the same parking spaces. The Dodge Journey's longer wheelbase will likely result in a smoother, more stable ride; on the flip side, the Honda Element may give a nimbler feel in daily traffic.

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. It costs approximately the same to get the Dodge to the dealership as the Honda Element. The Dodge Journey will tax your gas budget substantially more than the Honda Element will. The Dodge Journey doesn't pale in comparison to the Honda Element regarding fuel economy. The Dodge Journey is significantly pricier than the Honda when it comes to MSRP.

Warranty
The Dodge and the Honda Element have the same basic warranty.