2000 MCC ForTwo vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 13 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2000 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1095 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 MCC ForTwo | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | MCC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | ForTwo | E |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2071 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1474 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2874 mm |
