2005 Marcos TS vs. 2001 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2005 Marcos TS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 MCC ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 MCC ForTwo would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TS (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2001 MCC ForTwo. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TS should accelerate faster than 2001 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Marcos TS weights approximately 395 kg more than 2001 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, 2005 Marcos TS (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 MCC ForTwo. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Marcos TS | 2001 MCC ForTwo | |
| Make | Marcos | MCC |
| Model | TS | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 1810 mm |
