2007 Citroen C3 vs. 1997 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2007 Citroen C3 is newer by 10 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 95 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C3 weights approximately 109 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 1997 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Citroen | Marcos |
| Model | C3 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1120 mm |
