2005 MCC ForTwo vs. 2005 Citroen C8
To start off, both 2005 MCC ForTwo and 2005 Citroen C8 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C8 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 MCC ForTwo. (49 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C8 weights approximately 1013 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.
Because 2005 MCC ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 MCC ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C8, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC ForTwo. (80 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC ForTwo. 2005 Citroen C8 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. 2005 Citroen C8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 MCC ForTwo | 2005 Citroen C8 | |
Make | MCC | Citroen |
Model | ForTwo | C8 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1743 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2830 mm |