2005 Audi A3 vs. 1996 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2005 Audi A3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Marcos Mantara (183 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1996 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A3. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A3 | 1996 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Audi | Marcos |
| Model | A3 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1090 mm |
