2009 Audi A4 vs. 1997 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 12 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 24 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (158 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 6 kg more than 2009 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1997 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Audi | Marcos |
| Model | A4 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1120 mm |
