2000 MCC ForTwo vs. 2002 MCC Smart
To start off, 2002 MCC Smart is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 MCC ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 MCC ForTwo would be higher. At 799 cc (3 cylinders), 2000 MCC ForTwo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 MCC Smart (80 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 2000 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 MCC Smart 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.
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, 2002 MCC Smart (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 MCC ForTwo | 2002 MCC Smart | |
| Make | MCC | MCC |
| Model | ForTwo | Smart |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2370 mm |
