2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1997 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 699 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1997 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Chrysler | Marcos |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1090 mm |
