1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 2010 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2010 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 13 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, 2010 Saab 05-Sep (256 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1997 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 648 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saab 05-Sep. (258 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 2010 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Marcos | Saab |
| Model | Mantara | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
