2001 Ford Explorer vs. 1997 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2001 Ford Explorer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2001 Ford Explorer. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Explorer weights approximately 368 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Explorer. (305 Nm). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Explorer | 1997 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Ford | Marcos |
| Model | Explorer | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1090 mm |
