2005 MCC ForTwo vs. 2001 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2005 MCC ForTwo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan Laurel (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2005 MCC ForTwo. (49 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 660 kg more than 2005 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, 2001 Nissan Laurel (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC ForTwo. (80 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC ForTwo. 2001 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 2005 MCC ForTwo has manual transmission. 2005 MCC ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 MCC ForTwo | 2001 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | MCC | Nissan |
| Model | ForTwo | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2730 mm |
