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, 2006 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 498 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 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 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 1997 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Audi | Marcos |
| Model | A3 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1090 mm |
