2003 MCC ForTwo vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 10 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2003 MCC ForTwo. (49 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 1104 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.
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 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC ForTwo. (80 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC ForTwo. 2013 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 2003 MCC ForTwo has manual transmission. 2003 MCC ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MCC ForTwo | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | MCC | Toyota |
| Model | ForTwo | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 3246 mm |
