1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 16 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford E-Series (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford E-Series should accelerate faster than 1997 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 901 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Marcos | Ford |
| Model | Mantara | E-Series |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 25 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 2111 mm |
