2004 MCC ForFour vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Magna

To start off, both 2004 MCC ForFour and 2004 Mitsubishi Magna were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Magna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 MCC ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 428 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.

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, 2004 Mitsubishi Magna (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC ForFour. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC ForFour. 2004 Mitsubishi Magna 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. 2004 Mitsubishi Magna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 MCC ForFour 2004 Mitsubishi Magna
Make MCC Mitsubishi
Model ForFour Magna
Year Released 2004 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1124 cc 2351 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 74 HP 141 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 102 Nm 205 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 942 kg 1370 kg
Vehicle Length 3760 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1440 mm


 

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