1999 Marcos Mantara vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 7 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1999 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1999 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 1340 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R (511 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Marcos Mantara | 2006 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Marcos | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mantara | R |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1660 mm |
