1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 1999 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1999 Marcos Mantara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Saxo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Saxo would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 5 kg more than 1998 Citroen Saxo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Saxo | 1999 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Citroen | Marcos |
| Model | Saxo | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1090 mm |
