1959 DKW Munga vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 DKW Munga would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 245 kg more than 1959 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, 2006 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Munga | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | DKW | Toyota |
| Model | Munga | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2720 mm |
