2003 Dodge Kahuna vs. 2004 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2004 Fiat Albea is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Kahuna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Kahuna 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 152 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Albea. (60 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Kahuna should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Albea.
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 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Albea. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Kahuna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Albea. 2003 Dodge Kahuna has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Albea has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Albea 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 | 2004 Fiat Albea | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Kahuna | Albea |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
