2003 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2003 Dodge Kahuna
To start off, both 2003 Chevrolet Malibu and 2003 Dodge Kahuna were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Kahuna (212 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. (168 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Kahuna should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu.
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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Kahuna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Malibu | 2003 Dodge Kahuna | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Malibu | Kahuna |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2429 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |