Buick Enclave vs. Dodge Journey
In comparing the Buick Enclave's and the Dodge Journey's specifications and ratings, the Buick Enclave has the advantage in the areas of reliability, overall quality score and base engine power. The Dodge Journey has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and resale value. The Buick Enclave and Dodge Journey have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Buick Enclave's and the Dodge Journey's specifications and ratings, the Buick Enclave is a better car than the Dodge Journey.
Buick Enclave vs. Dodge Journey Pricing
A used 2020 Buick Enclave ranges from $24,995 to $39,498 while a used 2020 Dodge Journey is priced between $17,000 to $24,039.
Buick Enclave vs. Dodge Journey Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Buick Enclave loses 56.5 percent of its value and the Dodge Journey loses 48.3 percent of its value. This means the Dodge Journey retains 8.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Buick Enclave.
Buick Enclave vs. Dodge Journey Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Buick Enclave is 8.4 out of 10 while the Dodge Journey's quality rating is 7.5 out of 10. This results in the Buick Enclave being ranked 4 out of 25 Best Luxury Large SUVs and the Dodge Journey being ranked 16 out of 22 Best 7-Seater SUVs.
Buick Enclave vs. Dodge Journey Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Buick Enclave is 8.6 out of 10. For the Dodge Journey the reliability rating is 7.6 out of 10. This gives the Buick Enclave an advantage in reliability compared to the Dodge Journey.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Buick Enclave’s base engine makes 310 horsepower, and the Dodge Journey base engine makes 172 horsepower. Both the Enclave and the Journey are rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 494 and 513 miles respectively. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Buick Enclave and Dodge Journey are comparable in regards to rear head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Buick Enclave has higher safety ratings than the Dodge Journey, with an average rating of 4.82 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
24995 - 39498
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.565316
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
17000 - 24039
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.482687
Buick Enclave Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.425432 / 10
Reliability:
8.636297 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
9.6 / 10
Dodge Journey Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.466667 / 10
Reliability:
7.6 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Buick Enclave Rankings
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54 out of / 66Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Buick Enclave Trim Levels
Avenir, Essence, Preferred, Premium
Dodge Journey Trim Levels
Crossroad, SE Value
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.82 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
310 hp @ 6800 rpm
Torque:
266 foot-lbs @ 2800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.071 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
172 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
165 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.045 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 26 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
342 / 494 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 25 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
390 / 513 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
62.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
61.7 inches
Cargo Space:
23.6 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
97.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.9 inches
Cargo Space:
10.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
67.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
134.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4359 lbs
Width:
89.3 inches
Height:
69.9 inches
Length:
204.3 inches
Wheelbase:
120.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3818 lbs
Width:
83.7 inches
Height:
66.6 inches
Length:
192.4 inches
Wheelbase:
113.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.2 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/65R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P225/65R17