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Originally Posted by Aki
If all other things are equal sure--but that's the thing, can never really have an all-things equal situation. Two main downsides of a double-wishbone setup is the size of packaging--Macphersons take up a smaller space--and weight. Given the obsession with compactness and lightweight, it's very understandable to go with Mac struts. Dial in a bit of negative camber up front and you're good to go.
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Yes, that is of course true. Every car is a compromise and as I wrote before, "But it's OK... with this engine/layout, we knew all along it would have struts in the front."
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Originally Posted by Aki
Imo the difference is a lot less than multi-link rear vs live axle (eg Mustang).
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Certainly. I never intended my commented to be interpreted as meaning that struts suck. As I wrote before, "It's not a deal breaker."
I've been following development of this car for over two years and put down my deposit as soon as the dealership would take one, so clearly I'm not bashing the FT. Just being realistic about struts' deficiencies.