1996 Marcos Mantis vs. 2004 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 8 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 259 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. (93 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Kalos.
Because 1996 Marcos Mantis is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Marcos Mantis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Daewoo Kalos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm). This means 1996 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. 2004 Daewoo Kalos has automatic transmission and 1996 Marcos Mantis has manual transmission. 1996 Marcos Mantis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Daewoo Kalos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Marcos Mantis | 2004 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Marcos | Daewoo |
| Model | Mantis | Kalos |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 93 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 77.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2530 mm |
