2003 Holden Zafira vs. 1997 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2003 Holden Zafira is newer by 6 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 36 more horse power than 2003 Holden Zafira. (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Zafira weights approximately 530 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Zafira | 1997 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Holden | Marcos |
| Model | Zafira | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1090 mm |
