1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 2009 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 Seat Leon 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 Seat Leon (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1997 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Leon weights approximately 404 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, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Seat Leon. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Marcos Mantara | 2009 Seat Leon | |
Make | Marcos | Seat |
Model | Mantara | Leon |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1460 mm |