1999 Marcos Mantara vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 10 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, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1999 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1999 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle (316 Nm @ 2950 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Marcos Mantara | 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Marcos | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mantara | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| 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 | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1960 mm |
