1993 Marcos Mantara vs. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1993 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1993 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1236 kg more than 1993 Marcos Mantara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Marcos Mantara | 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Marcos | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mantara | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 4171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2166 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1460 mm |
