2001 MCC ForTwo vs. 2000 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2001 MCC ForTwo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Samurai (62 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2001 MCC ForTwo. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 2001 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 500 kg more than 2001 MCC ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 MCC ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Samurai will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Suzuki Samurai (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 MCC ForTwo. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 MCC ForTwo | 2000 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | MCC | Suzuki |
| Model | ForTwo | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
