2003 Dodge Kahuna vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 8 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Kahuna. (212 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Kahuna.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Dodge Kahuna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Kahuna. (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Kahuna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Kahuna | 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Kahuna | S |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1473 mm |
