2007 BMW 118 vs. 2002 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 MCC ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 MCC ForTwo would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 118 (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2002 MCC ForTwo. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 118 weights approximately 550 kg more than 2002 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 BMW 118 (181 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC ForTwo. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 118 | 2002 MCC ForTwo | |
| Make | BMW | MCC |
| Model | 118 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 1810 mm |
