2003 Dodge Kahuna vs. 2012 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2012 Buick Enclave is newer by 9 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Kahuna. (212 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Enclave 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, 2012 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Kahuna. (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Kahuna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Kahuna | 2012 Buick Enclave | |
| Make | Dodge | Buick |
| Model | Kahuna | Enclave |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1842 mm |
