2005 Kia Carens vs. 1997 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2005 Kia Carens 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 57 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 526 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Carens | 1997 Marcos Mantara | |
Make | Kia | Marcos |
Model | Carens | Mantara |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 71.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1462 kg | 936 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1120 mm |