1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 2002 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2002 Seat Alhambra 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 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 738 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Alhambra. (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 2002 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Marcos | Seat |
| Model | Mantara | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1740 mm |
