1984 Marcos Mantula vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Marcos Mantula. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Marcos Mantula 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 62 more horse power than 1984 Marcos Mantula. (190 HP @ 5280 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1984 Marcos Mantula.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (331 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Marcos Mantula. (299 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Marcos Mantula. 2007 Suzuki XL7 has automatic transmission and 1984 Marcos Mantula has manual transmission. 1984 Marcos Mantula will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Suzuki XL7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Marcos Mantula | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Marcos | Suzuki |
| Model | Mantula | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5280 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
