1997 Marcos Mantis vs. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 16 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 96 more horse power than 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (256 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 774 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantis.
Because 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Marcos Mantis | 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | Marcos | Toyota |
Model | Mantis | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 352 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1189 kg | 1963 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |