2000 Marcos Mantis vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 5 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Marcos Mantis (506 HP) has 204 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. (302 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. (460 Nm). This means 2000 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL 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. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Marcos Mantis | 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Marcos | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mantis | SL |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 506 HP | 302 HP |
| Torque | 613 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 283 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2570 mm |
