1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 2002 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 5 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 34 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Sunfire. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 270 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Sunfire. (203 Nm). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 2002 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Marcos | Pontiac |
| Model | Mantara | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1350 mm |
