1997 Hyundai Marcia vs. 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Hyundai Marcia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Hyundai Marcia would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1997 Hyundai Marcia. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1997 Hyundai Marcia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 50 kg more than 1997 Hyundai Marcia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Oldsmobile Cutlass (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Hyundai Marcia. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Hyundai Marcia. 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1997 Hyundai Marcia has manual transmission. 1997 Hyundai Marcia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Hyundai Marcia | 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Hyundai | Oldsmobile |
Model | Marcia | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 249 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |