1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 44 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 655 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Marcos Mantara | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Marcos | Volkswagen |
Model | Mantara | Passat |
Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1520 mm |