2003 Holden Cruze vs. 1998 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2003 Holden Cruze is newer by 5 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2003 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Cruze weights approximately 55 kg more than 1998 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Marcos Mantara (314 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Cruze | 1998 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Holden | Marcos |
| Model | Cruze | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1120 mm |
