2000 Marcos Mantis vs. 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 391 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (115 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle.
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 Volkswagen New Beetle, 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 447 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (166 Nm). This means 2000 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Marcos Mantis | 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Marcos | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mantis | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 506 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 613 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |
