2003 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1996 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 5,316 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1996 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1996 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 1224 kg more than 1996 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, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (449 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet SSR | 1996 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Marcos |
| Model | SSR | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5316 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1120 mm |
