2004 MCC ForFour vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2004 MCC ForFour is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Altezza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Altezza would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Altezza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (212 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2004 MCC ForFour. (108 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Altezza weights approximately 540 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 2001 Toyota Altezza 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, 2001 Toyota Altezza 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 Toyota Altezza (299 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC ForFour. (148 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC ForFour. 2001 Toyota Altezza has automatic transmission and 2004 MCC ForFour has manual transmission. 2004 MCC ForFour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Altezza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MCC ForFour | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | MCC | Toyota |
| Model | ForFour | Altezza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
