1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 2003 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Passat 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 21 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 604 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. (310 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Marcos Mantara | 2003 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Marcos | Volkswagen |
Model | Mantara | Passat |
Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 78.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1534 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1470 mm |