1997 Marcos Mantis vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 11 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 124 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (228 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 296 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantis.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 Subaru Forester 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantis | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Marcos | Subaru |
| Model | Mantis | Forester |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 248 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1189 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
