1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 2012 Ford Flex
To start off, 2012 Ford Flex 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 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1997 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Flex weights approximately 1098 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 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Marcos Mantara | 2012 Ford Flex | |
Make | Marcos | Ford |
Model | Mantara | Flex |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2028 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5126 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1727 mm |