2008 Jaguar XJ vs. 1996 Marcos Mantis
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Marcos Mantis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Marcos Mantis would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Marcos Mantis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Marcos Mantis (352 HP) has 52 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XJ. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XJ.
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, 2008 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Marcos Mantis. (407 Nm). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Marcos Mantis. 2008 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1996 Marcos Mantis has manual transmission. 1996 Marcos Mantis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJ | 1996 Marcos Mantis | |
| Make | Jaguar | Marcos |
| Model | XJ | Mantis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 352 HP |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2290 mm |
