2003 Dodge Kahuna vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Volvo S80 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 2,442 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Kahuna (212 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S80. (200 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Kahuna should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S80.
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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S80. (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Kahuna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Kahuna | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Kahuna | S80 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
