1999 Ford Focus vs. 2000 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2000 MCC ForTwo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2000 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Focus weights approximately 560 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 2000 MCC ForTwo 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 MCC ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Focus, 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, 1999 Ford Focus (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Focus | 2000 MCC ForTwo | |
| Make | Ford | MCC |
| Model | Focus | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 1810 mm |
