2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2003 Dodge Kahuna
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 5 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Kahuna. (212 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Kahuna.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Kahuna. (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Kahuna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 2003 Dodge Kahuna | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Suburban | Kahuna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
