2005 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1996 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Sonata 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 10 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 726 kg more than 1996 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Sonata | 1996 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Hyundai | Marcos |
| Model | Sonata | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2654 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1090 mm |
