2005 MCC ForTwo vs. 2007 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2007 Opel Speedster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 MCC ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 MCC ForTwo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2005 MCC ForTwo. (49 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Speedster weights approximately 275 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, 2007 Opel Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC ForTwo. (80 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 MCC ForTwo | 2007 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | MCC | Opel |
| Model | ForTwo | Speedster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2340 mm |
