1998 Marcos Mantara vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2002 Renault Espace is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Espace (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1998 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1998 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 840 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, 2002 Renault Espace (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Marcos Mantara. (314 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Marcos Mantara | 2002 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Marcos | Renault |
| Model | Mantara | Espace |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1730 mm |
