Which out of these two is the better specced mtb?

[neonplanet40]

Hoping you guys could tell me which one is the better out of these two please

http://www.merlincycles.co.uk/?fn=product&productId=1491&categoryId=100
http://www.merlincycles.co.uk/?fn=product&productId=1335&categoryId=100

Also what size of frame would be bext for a guy who is 6ft 5?

Many thanks guys


EDIT: I spelt better wrong )

 

[bonj2]

i'd say the merlin malt 1. forks probably slightly better, rims probably better.