1996 Marcos Mantara vs. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 12 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, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1996 Marcos Mantara. (183 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 1996 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 1369 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, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan (315 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Marcos Mantara | 2008 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Marcos | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mantara | Multivan |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2299 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1950 mm |
