2006 Kia Sportage vs. 1992 Marcos Mantula
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Marcos Mantula. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Marcos Mantula would be higher. At 3,945 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Marcos Mantula is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Marcos Mantula (173 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Marcos Mantula should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1992 Marcos Mantula.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Marcos Mantula. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Marcos Mantula (291 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Marcos Mantula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 1992 Marcos Mantula | |
| Make | Kia | Marcos |
| Model | Sportage | Mantula |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 48 L |
