2009 Audi A6 vs. 1997 Marcos Mantis
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 12 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Marcos Mantis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Marcos Mantis (352 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 636 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantis.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Marcos Mantis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 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, 2009 Audi A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Marcos Mantis. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Marcos Mantis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1997 Marcos Mantis | |
| Make | Audi | Marcos |
| Model | A6 | Mantis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 248 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1189 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
