2004 MCC ForFour vs. 2011 Honda CR-Z
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-Z 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda CR-Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda CR-Z (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2004 MCC ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda CR-Z should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda CR-Z weights approximately 260 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 Honda CR-Z (173 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC ForFour. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda CR-Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MCC ForFour | 2011 Honda CR-Z | |
| Make | MCC | Honda |
| Model | ForFour | CR-Z |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4079 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
