2004 Ford Explorer vs. 2004 MCC ForFour
To start off, both 2004 Ford Explorer and 2004 MCC ForFour were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Explorer (239 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2004 MCC ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Explorer weights approximately 356 kg more than 2004 MCC ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 MCC ForFour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Explorer 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, 2004 Ford Explorer (382 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC ForFour. (102 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Explorer | 2004 MCC ForFour | |
| Make | Ford | MCC |
| Model | Explorer | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
