1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 8 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML (288 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1997 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1210 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML (440 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Marcos | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mantara | ML |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1830 mm |
