1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ is newer by 9 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 89 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ weights approximately 48 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+. (118 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Marcos | Suzuki |
| Model | Mantara | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1710 mm |
