2009 Ford Ka vs. 1998 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2009 Ford Ka is newer by 11 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 108 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ka. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Ka weights approximately 125 kg more than 1998 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ka. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1998 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Ka | 1998 Marcos Mantara | |
Make | Ford | Marcos |
Model | Ka | Mantara |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1247 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 71.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1090 mm |