1997 Marcos Mantis vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 8 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 82 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (270 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 995 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantis.
Because 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Marcos Mantis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 1997 Marcos Mantis (407 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (395 Nm). This means 1997 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantis | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Marcos | Nissan |
| Model | Mantis | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1189 kg | 2184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
