1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 15 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, 2012 Audi Q7 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1997 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1419 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, 2012 Audi Q7 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Marcos | Audi |
| Model | Mantara | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| 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 | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1737 mm |
