2000 Kia Rio vs. 2003 MCC ForFour
To start off, 2003 MCC ForFour is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MCC ForFour (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 MCC ForFour should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 MCC ForFour weights approximately 45 kg more than 2000 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2003 MCC ForFour (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 MCC ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Rio | 2003 MCC ForFour | |
| Make | Kia | MCC |
| Model | Rio | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1331 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2510 mm |
