2005 Ford Freestyle vs. 1997 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestyle 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, 2005 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1997 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 929 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestyle | 1997 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Ford | Marcos |
| Model | Freestyle | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 281 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 | 1865 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1120 mm |
