1996 Marcos Mantara vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 11 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 22 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (161 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 605 kg more than 1996 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Marcos Mantara | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Marcos | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mantara | C |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1730 mm |
