1998 Citroen C 15 vs. 1997 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1998 Citroen C 15 is newer by 1 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, 1997 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1998 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen C 15 | 1997 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Citroen | Marcos |
| Model | C 15 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1090 mm |
