1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta 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 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 2 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (180 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 504 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 2005 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Marcos | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mantara | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1490 mm |
