1997 Marcos Mantis vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte is newer by 14 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 196 more horse power than 2011 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Forte weights approximately 49 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, 2011 Kia Forte, 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Marcos Mantis | 2011 Kia Forte | |
Make | Marcos | Kia |
Model | Mantis | Forte |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 352 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1189 kg | 1238 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4529 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |