2003 Dodge Kahuna vs. 2010 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2010 Saturn Vue is newer by 7 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saturn Vue (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Kahuna. (212 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Kahuna.
Because 2010 Saturn Vue 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, 2010 Saturn Vue 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saturn Vue. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Kahuna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Kahuna | 2010 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Dodge | Saturn |
| Model | Kahuna | Vue |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
