2006 Audi A3 vs. 1996 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 10 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 (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1996 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 1996 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Audi | Marcos |
| Model | A3 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1120 mm |
