2008 Ford Focus vs. 1998 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 177 kg more than 1998 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Marcos Mantara (314 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 1998 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Ford | Marcos |
| Model | Focus | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1120 mm |
