1996 Marcos Mantara vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 10 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL (384 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1996 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1996 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1515 kg more than 1996 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Marcos Mantara | 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Marcos | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mantara | GL |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 384 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1850 mm |
