1998 Marcos Mantara vs. 2004 Renault Fluence
To start off, 2004 Renault Fluence is newer by 6 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, 2004 Renault Fluence (276 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1998 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Fluence should accelerate faster than 1998 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Fluence weights approximately 570 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, 2004 Renault Fluence (366 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Marcos Mantara. (314 Nm). This means 2004 Renault Fluence will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Marcos Mantara | 2004 Renault Fluence | |
| Make | Marcos | Renault |
| Model | Mantara | Fluence |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| 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 | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1400 mm |
