2003 Dodge Kahuna vs. 2008 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 5 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.
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 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Kahuna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam. 2003 Dodge Kahuna has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Bantam has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Bantam 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 | 2008 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Kahuna | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
