2005 GMC Sierra vs. 1997 Marcos Mantis
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Marcos Mantis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Marcos Mantis would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Marcos Mantis (352 HP) has 52 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1599 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantis.
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, 2005 GMC Sierra (488 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Marcos Mantis. (407 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Marcos Mantis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 1997 Marcos Mantis | |
| Make | GMC | Marcos |
| Model | Sierra | Mantis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 352 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2788 kg | 1189 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6270 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 45 L |
