2000 MCC ForTwo vs. 2000 SsangYong Rexton

To start off, both 2000 MCC ForTwo and 2000 SsangYong Rexton were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2000 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1171 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 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2000 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 MCC ForTwo.

Compare all specifications:

2000 MCC ForTwo 2000 SsangYong Rexton
Make MCC SsangYong
Model ForTwo Rexton
Year Released 2000 2000
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 597 cc 2874 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 44 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 4100 RPM
Torque 70 Nm 256 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 680 kg 1851 kg
Vehicle Length 2510 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1550 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 1810 mm 2830 mm


 

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