1996 Marcos Mantara vs. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 8 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 (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (165 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 535 kg more than 1996 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 1996 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Marcos Mantara | 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Marcos | Suzuki |
| Model | Mantara | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1730 mm |
