1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz E. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 599 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz E. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 1999 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Marcos | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mantara | E |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1450 mm |
