1999 Lexus IS vs. 2001 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2001 MCC ForTwo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lexus IS would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2001 MCC ForTwo. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2001 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus IS weights approximately 720 kg more than 2001 MCC ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lexus IS (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 MCC ForTwo. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lexus IS | 2001 MCC ForTwo | |
| Make | Lexus | MCC |
| Model | IS | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 1810 mm |
