2000 Dodge Stratus vs. 2003 Dodge Kahuna
To start off, 2003 Dodge Kahuna is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Stratus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Stratus would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Kahuna (212 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Stratus. (161 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Kahuna should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Stratus.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Dodge Kahuna (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Stratus. (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Kahuna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Stratus | 2003 Dodge Kahuna | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Stratus | Kahuna |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
