2007 Lexus IS vs. 2000 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2007 Lexus IS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 3,948 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus IS (205 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2000 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2000 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus IS weights approximately 835 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus IS | 2000 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Lexus | Marcos |
| Model | IS | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1120 mm |
