2000 MCC ForTwo vs. 2008 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2008 Saturn Sky 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 Saturn Sky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Sky (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 2000 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Sky weights approximately 1005 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, 2008 Saturn Sky (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Sky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2000 MCC ForTwo | 2008 Saturn Sky | |
Make | MCC | Saturn |
Model | ForTwo | Sky |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 799 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2420 mm |