1993 Marcos Mantara vs. 2005 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2005 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 12 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 05-Sep (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1993 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1993 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 725 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, 1993 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Marcos Mantara | 2005 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Marcos | Saab |
| Model | Mantara | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1470 mm |
