2005 Lotus Elise vs. 1999 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2005 Lotus Elise is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1999 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 34 kg more than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Elise. (187 Nm). This means 1999 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Elise | 1999 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Lotus | Marcos |
| Model | Elise | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1120 mm |
