2000 Marcos Mantis vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 4 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 407 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (99 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus.
Because 2000 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 2000 Marcos Mantis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus, 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, 2000 Marcos Mantis (613 Nm) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (145 Nm). This means 2000 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus. 2004 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 2000 Marcos Mantis has manual transmission. 2000 Marcos Mantis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Marcos Mantis | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Marcos | Ford |
| Model | Mantis | Focus |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 506 HP | 99 HP |
| Torque | 613 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 283 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2620 mm |
