2009 Kia Optima vs. 1996 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2009 Kia Optima is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Kia Optima. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Optima.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Optima. (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Optima | 1996 Marcos Mantara | |
Make | Kia | Marcos |
Model | Optima | Mantara |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1120 mm |