1998 Marcos Mantara vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1998 Marcos Mantara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E (349 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1998 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1998 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 780 kg more than 1998 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E (531 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Marcos Mantara. (314 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Marcos Mantara | 1997 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Marcos | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mantara | E |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 349 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1420 mm |
