2009 Lotus Exige vs. 2000 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 MCC ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 MCC ForTwo would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2000 MCC ForTwo.
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, 2009 Lotus Exige (231 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lotus Exige | 2000 MCC ForTwo | |
Make | Lotus | MCC |
Model | Exige | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 1810 mm |