2004 MCC ForTwo vs. 2007 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 MCC ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 MCC ForTwo would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2004 MCC ForTwo. (49 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1055 kg more than 2004 MCC ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 SsangYong Korando (258 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC ForTwo. (80 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC ForTwo. 2007 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 2004 MCC ForTwo has manual transmission. 2004 MCC ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MCC ForTwo | 2007 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | MCC | SsangYong |
| Model | ForTwo | Korando |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2490 mm |
