1955 DKW Munga vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 58 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1955 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1372 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.
Because 1955 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 DKW Munga will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | Munga | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3023 mm |
