2000 Marcos Mantis vs. 2002 Porsche 996
To start off, 2002 Porsche 996 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Marcos Mantis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Marcos Mantis would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Marcos Mantis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Marcos Mantis (506 HP) has 189 more horse power than 2002 Porsche 996. (317 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche 996.
Because 2002 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Marcos Mantis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 996 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 Marcos Mantis (613 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche 996. (371 Nm). This means 2000 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Marcos Mantis | 2002 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Marcos | Porsche |
| Model | Mantis | 996 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 506 HP | 317 HP |
| Torque | 613 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2360 mm |
