1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 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 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1997 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 744 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) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Marcos | Suzuki |
| Model | Mantara | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1730 mm |
