2003 MCC ForFour vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 MCC ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 MCC ForFour would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avensis (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2003 MCC ForFour. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 404 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.
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, 2008 Toyota Avensis (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MCC ForFour | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | MCC | Toyota |
| Model | ForFour | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1331 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.4 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
