2003 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2003 Dodge Kahuna
To start off, both 2003 Chevrolet Suburban 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 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Kahuna. (212 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Kahuna.
Because 2003 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Dodge Kahuna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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 Chevrolet Suburban (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Kahuna. (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Kahuna.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Suburban | 2003 Dodge Kahuna | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Suburban | Kahuna |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5327 cc | 2429 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |