2004 Ford Taurus vs. 1993 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2004 Ford Taurus is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 3,949 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Taurus weights approximately 655 kg more than 1993 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Taurus. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1993 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Taurus | 1993 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Ford | Marcos |
| Model | Taurus | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1120 mm |
