2000 Ford Artic vs. 1997 Hyundai Marcia
To start off, 2000 Ford Artic 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 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Artic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Hyundai Marcia (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Ford Artic. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Artic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Hyundai Marcia weights approximately 52 kg more than 2000 Ford Artic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Artic is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Ford Artic. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Hyundai Marcia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Artic (325 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Hyundai Marcia. (188 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Artic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Hyundai Marcia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Artic | 1997 Hyundai Marcia | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Artic | Marcia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3998 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2710 mm |
