2002 MCC ForTwo vs. 2011 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2011 Tesla Roadster is newer by 9 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, 2011 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 2002 MCC ForTwo. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tesla Roadster weights approximately 555 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, 2011 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC ForTwo. (70 Nm). This means 2011 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 MCC ForTwo | 2011 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | MCC | Tesla |
| Model | ForTwo | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2352 mm |
