2003 Dodge Kahuna vs. 2005 Kia Carens
To start off, 2005 Kia Carens is newer by 2 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 100 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Kahuna should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens.
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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Kahuna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens. 2003 Dodge Kahuna has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Carens has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Carens 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 | 2005 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Kahuna | Carens |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
