2000 MCC ForTwo vs. 2008 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2008 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 8 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac Solstice (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 2000 MCC ForTwo.
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, 2008 Pontiac Solstice (254 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2000 MCC ForTwo | 2008 Pontiac Solstice | |
Make | MCC | Pontiac |
Model | ForTwo | Solstice |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 597 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 254 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2420 mm |