2001 MCC ForTwo vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 MCC ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 MCC ForTwo would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 126 more horse power than 2001 MCC ForTwo. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2001 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 794 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 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 MCC ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester 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, 2012 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 MCC ForTwo. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 MCC ForTwo | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | MCC | Subaru |
| Model | ForTwo | Forester |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1474 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2616 mm |
