2002 MCC ForTwo vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 11 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 5,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (503 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 459 more horse power than 2002 MCC ForTwo. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1503 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (830 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 760 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC ForTwo. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 MCC ForTwo | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | MCC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | ForTwo | CL |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 830 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2183 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1419 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2955 mm |
