2001 Ford EX vs. 2003 MCC ForFour
To start off, 2003 MCC ForFour is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford EX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford EX would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford EX (370 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2003 MCC ForFour. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford EX weights approximately 210 kg more than 2003 MCC ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford EX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 MCC ForFour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Ford EX (567 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford EX | 2003 MCC ForFour | |
| Make | Ford | MCC |
| Model | EX | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1331 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 567 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 47 L |
