1998 Marcos Mantara vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 9 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1998 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1998 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Marcos Mantara (314 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Marcos Mantara | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Marcos | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mantara | SLK |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1300 mm |
