1996 Marcos Mantis vs. 2000 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2000 Honda CR-V is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Marcos Mantis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Marcos Mantis would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Marcos Mantis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Marcos Mantis (352 HP) has 204 more horse power than 2000 Honda CR-V. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda CR-V.
Because 2000 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Marcos Mantis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Marcos Mantis (407 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 1996 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Marcos Mantis | 2000 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Marcos | Honda |
| Model | Mantis | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.6 |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2620 mm |
