1955 DKW Munga vs. 2009 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 54 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1955 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 DKW Munga weights approximately 314 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
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, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
1955 DKW Munga | 2009 Ford Expedition | |
Make | DKW | Ford |
Model | Munga | Expedition |
Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 896 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3030 mm |