Dodge Journey vs. Suzuki Grand Vitara Review

Utility
Drivers with frequent kid-duty might favor the Journey over the Suzuki Grand Vitara. Towing is considerably more the Grand Vitara's forte than it is the Dodge's.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Dodge Journey packs quite a punch and will knock the Suzuki down a few rungs. However, remember that high horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Dimensions
Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the Journey than the Suzuki Grand Vitara because of its larger tank. The Suzuki Grand Vitara and the Journey compete for the same parking spaces. The Suzuki Grand Vitara's shorter wheelbase may produce a less-settled highway ride but a more agile feel in daily traffic than the Dodge.

Convenience
You'll most certainly take the Suzuki Grand Vitara for a fill-up almost as often as the Dodge Journey.

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. The Dodge Journey is considerably cheaper to get to the dealership than the Suzuki Grand Vitara. The Dodge Journey pales in comparison to the Grand Vitara as far as gas mileage. The Suzuki Grand Vitara won't save you much money at the pump compared to the Dodge Journey. The Dodge Journey is considerably more expensive than the Grand Vitara with respect to MSRP.

Handling
With their comparable turning radii, the Suzuki Grand Vitara and the Dodge Journey definitely handle approximately the same into and out of tight spots.

Drivetrain
The Dodge Journey and the Grand Vitara have similar-sized engines, with a slight advantage to the Grand Vitara. Torque is the force that lets you accelerate quickly, and in this respect, the Dodge Journey isn't much more powerful than the Suzuki.

Comfort
While the front cabin in the Journey offers a bit more head room than the Suzuki Grand Vitara, there honestly isn't much of a difference. The ampler interior dimensions of the Suzuki Grand Vitara make it substantially roomier for your passengers than the Dodge Journey.

Warranty
The Journey and the Suzuki Grand Vitara have the same basic after-sale protection.