2000 Ford Excursion vs. 1997 Marcos Mantis
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 3 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 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Marcos Mantis (352 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2000 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2021 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantis.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion 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, 2000 Ford Excursion 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Marcos Mantis. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Marcos Mantis. 2000 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1997 Marcos Mantis has manual transmission. 1997 Marcos Mantis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Excursion | 1997 Marcos Mantis | |
Make | Ford | Marcos |
Model | Excursion | Mantis |
Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5406 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 352 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1189 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 45 L |