2000 Marcos Mantis vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 13 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 240 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (266 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2013 Toyota Highlander 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm). This means 2000 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander. 2013 Toyota Highlander 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. 2013 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Marcos Mantis | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Marcos | Toyota |
| Model | Mantis | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 506 HP | 266 HP |
| Torque | 613 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2790 mm |
