2004 Audi A4 vs. 1998 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 6 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, 2004 Audi A4 (220 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1998 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 500 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, 1998 Marcos Mantara (314 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 1998 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Audi | Marcos |
| Model | A4 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1120 mm |
