2000 Marcos Mantara vs. 2009 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 3,948 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Routan (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 2000 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 1377 kg more than 2000 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, both vehicles can yield 313 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Marcos Mantara | 2009 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Marcos | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mantara | Routan |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 3796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1760 mm |
