2003 Dodge Kahuna vs. 2012 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2012 Nissan Navara 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Kahuna (212 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Kahuna should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Navara.
Because 2012 Nissan Navara 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, 2012 Nissan Navara 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, 2012 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Kahuna. (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Kahuna.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Dodge Kahuna | 2012 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Kahuna | Navara |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |