1955 DKW Munga vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2004 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 DKW Munga would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1955 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 562 kg more than 1955 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, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 DKW Munga | 2004 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | DKW | Nissan |
| Model | Munga | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2630 mm |
