2006 Kia Optima vs. 1999 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2006 Kia Optima is newer by 7 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, 1999 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Kia Optima. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Optima weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1999 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Optima. (199 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Optima | 1999 Marcos Mantara | |
Make | Kia | Marcos |
Model | Optima | Mantara |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 71.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1120 mm |