2009 Honda Pilot vs. 1997 Marcos Mantis
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot 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 102 more horse power than 2009 Honda Pilot. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 766 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantis.
Because 2009 Honda Pilot 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 Honda Pilot 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, 1997 Marcos Mantis (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Pilot. 2009 Honda Pilot 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 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Pilot | 1997 Marcos Mantis | |
| Make | Honda | Marcos |
| Model | Pilot | Mantis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1189 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 45 L |
