The medusa is much superior to the vxl motor, and the mm esc is better than the vxl esc. Not much of a price difference either, 40 bucks or so...
+1, Medusas are a ton better. The price difference between the MM and VXL ESCs is $10 and the MM is MUCH better. I had nothing but trouble with my VXL system, but Mambas have always been totally reliable.
All I ever wanted was an honest weeks pay for an honest days work.