1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 2009 Mazda 5
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 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, 1997 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 5. (151 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 5 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 5. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 2009 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Marcos | Mazda |
| Model | Mantara | 5 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| 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 | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
