2002 MCC ForTwo vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 7 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. At 2,996 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2002 MCC ForTwo. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1012 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (300 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC ForTwo. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 MCC ForTwo | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | MCC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | ForTwo | C |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 2996 cc |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2770 mm |
