1954 DKW Munga vs. 2006 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2006 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 DKW Munga would be higher. At 4,195 cc, 2006 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu Ascender (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 Isuzu Ascender (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Munga | 2006 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | DKW | Isuzu |
| Model | Munga | Ascender |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 4195 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2880 mm |
