1955 DKW Munga vs. 2005 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestyle is newer by 50 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestyle (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1955 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 585 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, 2005 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW Munga. (71 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 DKW Munga | 2005 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | Munga | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2800 mm |
