2003 Dodge Kahuna vs. 1993 Honda Accord
To start off, 2003 Dodge Kahuna is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Kahuna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Kahuna (212 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1993 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Kahuna should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Accord.
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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Kahuna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Accord. 2003 Dodge Kahuna has automatic transmission and 1993 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1993 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Dodge Kahuna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Kahuna | 1993 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Kahuna | Accord |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
