2000 Marcos Mantis vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 12 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 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Marcos Mantis (506 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Porsche Panamera. (500 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche Panamera.
Because 2012 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Marcos Mantis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Marcos Mantis. (613 Nm). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Marcos Mantis. 2012 Porsche Panamera 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. 2012 Porsche Panamera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Marcos Mantis | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Marcos | Porsche |
| Model | Mantis | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 506 HP | 500 HP |
| Torque | 613 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2920 mm |
