2004 Ford Taurus vs. 1998 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2004 Ford Taurus 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, 1998 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Ford Taurus. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 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 656 kg more than 1998 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Taurus. (245 Nm). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Ford | Marcos |
| Model | Taurus | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1090 mm |
