1998 Isuzu VehiCross 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 Isuzu VehiCross. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Isuzu VehiCross would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Isuzu VehiCross (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1999 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Isuzu VehiCross should accelerate faster than 1999 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Isuzu VehiCross weights approximately 820 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Isuzu VehiCross. (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Isuzu VehiCross.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Isuzu VehiCross | 1999 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Isuzu | Marcos |
| Model | VehiCross | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1120 mm |
