2002 MCC ForTwo vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, both 2002 MCC ForTwo and 2002 Acura CL were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2002 MCC ForTwo. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 900 kg more than 2002 MCC ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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 2002 MCC ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL, 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, 2002 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC ForTwo. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC ForTwo. 2002 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 2002 MCC ForTwo has manual transmission. 2002 MCC ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 MCC ForTwo | 2002 Acura CL | |
| Make | MCC | Acura |
| Model | ForTwo | CL |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2580 mm |
