2003 Dodge Kahuna vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Kahuna (212 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. (201 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Kahuna should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser.

Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Kahuna. (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Kahuna.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Dodge Kahuna 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Dodge Toyota
Model Kahuna Land Cruiser
Year Released 2003 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2429 cc 4164 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 212 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 430 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 1200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1890 mm


 

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