2007 Dodge Charger vs. 2003 Dodge Kahuna
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 4 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 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Kahuna. (212 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Kahuna.
Because 2007 Dodge Charger 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, 2007 Dodge Charger 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, 2007 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Kahuna. (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Kahuna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Charger | 2003 Dodge Kahuna | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Charger | Kahuna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
