1997 Marcos Mantis vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, 2004 Renault Megane 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Megane weights approximately 236 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantis.
Because 1997 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 1997 Marcos Mantis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Renault Megane, 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, 1997 Marcos Mantis (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (99 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantis | 2004 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Marcos | Renault |
| Model | Mantis | Megane |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 248 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1189 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
