2009 Jaguar XF vs. 1997 Marcos Mantis
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF 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 148 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar XF. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar XF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 316 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 Jaguar XF (436 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Marcos Mantis. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Marcos Mantis. 2009 Jaguar XF 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 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jaguar XF | 1997 Marcos Mantis | |
Make | Jaguar | Marcos |
Model | XF | Mantis |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 352 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 436 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 248 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1189 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |