2003 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1997 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Sonata 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 44 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Sonata. (138 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 489 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Sonata. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Sonata | 1997 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Hyundai | Marcos |
| Model | Sonata | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1120 mm |
