2003 Dodge Kahuna vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Kahuna. (212 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Kahuna.
Because 2006 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (288 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Kahuna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Kahuna | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Kahuna | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
