2000 MCC ForTwo vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 10 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 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2000 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 1577 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touran (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 MCC ForTwo | 2010 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | MCC | Volkswagen |
| Model | ForTwo | Touran |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2680 mm |
