2003 Dodge Kahuna vs. 2012 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Kahuna (212 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Kahuna should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Altima.
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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Kahuna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Kahuna | 2012 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Kahuna | Altima |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
