1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 4 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 9 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix. (173 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 546 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Marcos | Pontiac |
| Model | Mantara | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1400 mm |
