2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod vs. 1994 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod (469 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1994 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod should accelerate faster than 1994 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod weights approximately 372 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod. (178 Nm). This means 1994 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod | 1994 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Ford | Marcos |
| Model | XR 8 Xplod | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 930 kg |
