1997 Marcos Mantis vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Marcos Mantis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Marcos Mantis would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Marcos Mantis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Marcos Mantis (352 HP) has 244 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 851 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantis.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Marcos Mantis (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantis | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Marcos | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mantis | Viano |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1189 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
