1959 DKW Munga vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 48 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga.
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, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
1959 DKW Munga | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
Make | DKW | Suzuki |
Model | Munga | XL7 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 980 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2860 mm |