1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 2008 Mazda 5
To start off, 2008 Mazda 5 is newer by 11 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 29 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 5. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 5 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 5. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 2008 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Marcos | Mazda |
| Model | Mantara | 5 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1640 mm |
