2005 Audi S8 vs. 2000 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2005 Audi S8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2000 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S8 weights approximately 840 kg more than 2000 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, 2005 Audi S8 (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S8 | 2000 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Audi | Marcos |
| Model | S8 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 930 kg |
