1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 2003 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2003 Honda CR-V is newer by 6 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 28 more horse power than 2003 Honda CR-V. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda CR-V weights approximately 564 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda CR-V. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 2003 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Marcos | Honda |
| Model | Mantara | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1720 mm |
