2002 Citroen C8 vs. 1997 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2002 Citroen C8 is newer by 5 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C8. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 855 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C8. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C8 | 1997 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Citroen | Marcos |
| Model | C8 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1090 mm |
