2005 Acura TL vs. 2003 Dodge Kahuna
To start off, 2005 Acura TL is newer by 2 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura TL (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Kahuna. (212 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura TL 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, 2003 Dodge Kahuna (339 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura TL. (323 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Kahuna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura TL | 2003 Dodge Kahuna | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | TL | Kahuna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
