2003 MCC ForTwo vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 MCC ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 MCC ForTwo would be higher. At 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2003 MCC ForTwo. (49 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 625 kg more than 2003 MCC ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 MCC ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC ForTwo. (80 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MCC ForTwo | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | MCC | Toyota |
| Model | ForTwo | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2790 mm |
