2000 MCC ForTwo vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 6 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 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 2000 MCC ForTwo.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter, 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, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 MCC ForTwo | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | MCC | Volkswagen |
| Model | ForTwo | Transporter |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 597 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 3010 mm |
