2002 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1998 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XK8 (300 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1998 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 755 kg more than 1998 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, 2002 Jaguar XK8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Marcos Mantara. (314 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XK8 | 1998 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Jaguar | Marcos |
| Model | XK8 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1120 mm |
