1997 Dodge Avenger vs. 1998 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1998 Marcos Mantara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Avenger would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Avenger. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 440 kg more than 1998 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Marcos Mantara (314 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Avenger. (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Avenger | 1998 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Dodge | Marcos |
| Model | Avenger | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1120 mm |
