2000 MCC ForTwo vs. 2003 Opel Omega
To start off, 2003 Opel Omega is newer by 3 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Omega (143 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2000 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Omega weights approximately 1053 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, 2003 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 MCC ForTwo. 2003 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 2000 MCC ForTwo has manual transmission. 2000 MCC ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 MCC ForTwo | 2003 Opel Omega | |
| Make | MCC | Opel |
| Model | ForTwo | Omega |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 597 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2850 mm |
