1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 2009 Audi A5
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 12 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, 2009 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1997 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 600 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, 2009 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 2009 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Marcos | Audi |
| Model | Mantara | A5 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1380 mm |
