2009 Citroen C8 vs. 1995 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2009 Citroen C8 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C8. (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C8 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1995 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C8. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1995 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C8 | 1995 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Citroen | Marcos |
| Model | C8 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1090 mm |
