2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1996 Marcos Mantis
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Marcos Mantis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Marcos Mantis would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Marcos Mantis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Marcos Mantis (352 HP) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. (297 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Marcos Mantis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 1996 Marcos Mantis (407 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. (315 Nm). This means 1996 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 1996 Marcos Mantis has manual transmission. 1996 Marcos Mantis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1996 Marcos Mantis | |
Make | Land Rover | Marcos |
Model | Range Rover Sport | Mantis |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 352 HP |
Torque | 315 Nm | 407 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.9:1 |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2290 mm |