Mother in law has had two different FWD models. No problems with either one and she likes them. That said, IMO our Town and Country is as good or better in every way: seats 1 more comfortably, easier to climb into 3rd row, van costs less, same Pentastar V6 engine, better mileage, space is way more versatile when seats are folded down and van holds more cargo, about the same on snow and ice, sliding doors are way more compact in tight parking spaces and garages, and they look a lot alike from the outside. Only reason to choose a Journey over a van is if you are one of those "I'll never drive a van" type guys.