2000 MCC ForTwo vs. 2009 Nissan Tiida
To start off, 2009 Nissan Tiida is newer by 9 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Tiida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Tiida (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Tiida should accelerate faster than 2000 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Tiida weights approximately 604 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, 2009 Nissan Tiida, 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, 2009 Nissan Tiida (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Tiida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 MCC ForTwo | 2009 Nissan Tiida | |
| Make | MCC | Nissan |
| Model | ForTwo | Tiida |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 597 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2610 mm |
