1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 2001 Renault Megane
To start off, 2001 Renault Megane 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 71 more horse power than 2001 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Megane weights approximately 169 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Megane. (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 2001 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Marcos | Renault |
| Model | Mantara | Megane |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| 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 | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1380 mm |
