1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1997 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1297 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Marcos | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mantara | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 2233 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5059 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1901 mm |
