2009 Infiniti M vs. 2000 Marcos Mantis
To start off, 2009 Infiniti M 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Marcos Mantis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Marcos Mantis (506 HP) has 203 more horse power than 2009 Infiniti M. (303 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 2009 Infiniti M.
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 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Infiniti M. (355 Nm). This means 2000 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Infiniti M. 2009 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti M | 2000 Marcos Mantis | |
| Make | Infiniti | Marcos |
| Model | M | Mantis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 506 HP |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 613 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2290 mm |
