2006 Audi A3 vs. 1997 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 9 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 34 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 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 339 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 1997 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Audi | Marcos |
| Model | A3 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1120 mm |
