2003 Dodge Kahuna vs. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 3 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Kahuna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Kahuna (212 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Kahuna should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle.
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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. (127 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Kahuna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. 2003 Dodge Kahuna has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Dodge Kahuna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Kahuna | 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Kahuna | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
