2002 MCC ForTwo vs. 2008 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2008 Porsche Boxster is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 MCC ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 MCC ForTwo would be higher. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Boxster (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2002 MCC ForTwo. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 675 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.
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, 2008 Porsche Boxster (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC ForTwo. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 MCC ForTwo | 2008 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | MCC | Porsche |
| Model | ForTwo | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2420 mm |
