2003 Dodge Kahuna vs. 2006 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2006 Nissan Maxima 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Maxima (265 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Kahuna. (212 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Kahuna.
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, 2006 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Kahuna. (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Kahuna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Kahuna | 2006 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Kahuna | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
