2003 Buick Blackhawk vs. 2000 Marcos Mantis
To start off, 2003 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 3 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 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Marcos Mantis (506 HP) has 266 more horse power than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. (240 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Blackhawk.
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, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (692 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Marcos Mantis. (613 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Marcos Mantis. 2003 Buick Blackhawk 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. 2003 Buick Blackhawk will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Blackhawk | 2000 Marcos Mantis | |
| Make | Buick | Marcos |
| Model | Blackhawk | Mantis |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 506 HP |
| Torque | 692 Nm | 613 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2290 mm |
