1999 Marcos Mantara vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (302 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1999 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1999 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 798 kg more than 1999 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (460 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Marcos Mantara | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Marcos | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mantara | E |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1728 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1440 mm |
