2003 Dodge Kahuna vs. 1997 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2003 Dodge Kahuna is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Sharan 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 99 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Kahuna should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Sharan.
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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Sharan. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Kahuna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Sharan. 2003 Dodge Kahuna has automatic transmission and 1997 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 1997 Volkswagen Sharan 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 | 1997 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Kahuna | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
