2006 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1996 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Sonata 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 (183 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 612 kg more than 1996 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Sonata | 1996 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Hyundai | Marcos |
| Model | Sonata | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1090 mm |
