1993 Marcos Mantara vs. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 14 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 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1993 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1993 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1475 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, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Marcos | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mantara | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1460 mm |
