2003 MCC ForFour vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 2003 MCC ForFour. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 560 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 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MCC ForFour | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | MCC | Porsche |
| Model | ForFour | 911 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1331 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 473 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.4 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 310 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 64 L |
