2003 MCC ForFour vs. 2011 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2011 Seat Ibiza is newer by 8 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Ibiza (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 MCC ForFour. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 99 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, 2011 Seat Ibiza (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MCC ForFour | 2011 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | MCC | Seat |
| Model | ForFour | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1331 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1069 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
