1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 2004 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Montana is newer by 7 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, 2004 Pontiac Montana (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1997 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 855 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 2004 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Marcos | Pontiac |
| Model | Mantara | Montana |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1740 mm |
