2004 MCC ForFour vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 MCC ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 MCC ForFour would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2004 MCC ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 528 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 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 2005 Subaru Forester (319 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC ForFour. (102 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MCC ForFour | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | MCC | Subaru |
| Model | ForFour | Forester |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
