2009 GMC Savana vs. 1997 Marcos Mantis
To start off, 2009 GMC Savana 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Marcos Mantis (352 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2009 GMC Savana. (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Savana weights approximately 1246 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, 2009 GMC Savana (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Marcos Mantis. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Marcos Mantis. 2009 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1997 Marcos Mantis has manual transmission. 1997 Marcos Mantis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Savana | 1997 Marcos Mantis | |
Make | GMC | Marcos |
Model | Savana | Mantis |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 352 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1189 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 45 L |