2004 MCC ForFour vs. 2011 Ford Focus
To start off, 2011 Ford Focus is newer by 7 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 MCC ForFour. (108 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Focus weights approximately 210 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, 2011 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC ForFour. (148 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MCC ForFour | 2011 Ford Focus | |
| Make | MCC | Ford |
| Model | ForFour | Focus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4445 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1722 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1488 mm |
