1996 Marcos Mantara vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1996 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1220 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (441 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Marcos Mantara | 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Marcos | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mantara | ML |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1820 mm |
