2005 Ford Ka vs. 1998 Marcos Mantara

To start off, 2005 Ford Ka is newer by 7 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 88 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ka weights approximately 206 kg more than 1998 Marcos Mantara.

Let's talk about torque, 1998 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ka.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Ka 1998 Marcos Mantara
Make Ford Marcos
Model Ka Mantara
Year Released 2005 1998
Body Type Roadster Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1599 cc 3950 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 94 HP 182 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 4750 RPM
Torque 135 Nm 313 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.1 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75.5 mm 71.1 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1136 kg 930 kg
Vehicle Length 3660 mm 4160 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1600 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1090 mm