1954 DKW Munga vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 54 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 5 kg more than 1954 DKW Munga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Kia Sorento (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Munga | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | DKW | Kia |
| Model | Munga | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2720 mm |
