1999 Marcos Mantara vs. 2005 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2005 Saab 03-Sep 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. (148 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 600 kg more than 1999 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Marcos Mantara | 2005 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Marcos | Saab |
| Model | Mantara | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1430 mm |
