2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2000 Marcos Mantis

To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 9 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Marcos Mantis (506 HP) has 251 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-350. (255 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-350.

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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-350. (475 Nm). This means 2000 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford E-350. 2009 Ford E-350 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. 2009 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Ford E-350 2000 Marcos Mantis
Make Ford Marcos
Model E-350 Mantis
Year Released 2009 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5408 cc 4600 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 255 HP 506 HP
Torque 475 Nm 613 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 15 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Length 5900 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 2140 mm 1020 mm
Wheelbase Size 3510 mm 2290 mm


 

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