1998 Marcos Mantara vs. 2012 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra is newer by 14 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Sierra (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1998 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1998 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 964 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, 2012 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Marcos Mantara. (314 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Marcos Mantara | 2012 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Marcos | GMC |
| Model | Mantara | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1940 mm |
