1997 Honda Life vs. 2000 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2000 MCC ForTwo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Life would be higher. At 799 cc (3 cylinders), 2000 MCC ForTwo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Life (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 2000 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Life weights approximately 60 kg more than 2000 MCC ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 MCC ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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 MCC ForTwo (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 MCC ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Life | 2000 MCC ForTwo | |
| Make | Honda | MCC |
| Model | Life | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 1810 mm |
