1996 Marcos Mantara vs. 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Marcos Mantara (183 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 72 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. (122 Nm). This means 1996 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Marcos Mantara | 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Marcos | Suzuki |
| Model | Mantara | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 73.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1710 mm |
