1996 Marcos Mantis vs. 2004 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2004 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Marcos Mantis (352 HP) has 113 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Sequoia. (239 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2004 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2004 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Marcos Mantis. (407 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Marcos Mantis. 2004 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Marcos Mantis | 2004 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Marcos | Toyota |
| Model | Mantis | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3010 mm |
