2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2000 Marcos Mantis
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 6 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Marcos Mantis (506 HP) has 105 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. (401 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. (542 Nm). This means 2000 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 2000 Marcos Mantis | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Marcos |
| Model | SSR | Mantis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 506 HP |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 613 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2290 mm |
