2000 MCC ForTwo vs. 2002 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2002 Toyota RAV4 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota RAV4 (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2000 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 660 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, 2002 Toyota RAV4, 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, 2002 Toyota RAV4 (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 MCC ForTwo | 2002 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | MCC | Toyota |
| Model | ForTwo | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2500 mm |
