1955 DKW Munga vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 51 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1955 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 DKW Munga weights approximately 25 kg more than 2006 Toyota 4Runner.
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 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 DKW Munga | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | DKW | Toyota |
| Model | Munga | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2800 mm |
