1999 Marcos Mantara vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf (248 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1999 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1999 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 664 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 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Marcos Mantara | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Marcos | Volkswagen |
Model | Mantara | Golf |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 95.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1594 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1470 mm |