2003 Dodge Kahuna vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 3 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 52 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Milan. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Kahuna should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Milan.
Because 2006 Mercury Milan 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, 2006 Mercury Milan 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, 2003 Dodge Kahuna (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Milan. (213 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Kahuna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Dodge Kahuna | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Kahuna | Milan |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2278 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |