2004 MCC ForFour vs. 2011 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2011 Smart ForTwo 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 1,124 cc (3 cylinders), 2004 MCC ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MCC ForFour (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 MCC ForFour should accelerate faster than 2011 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MCC ForFour weights approximately 122 kg more than 2011 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 MCC ForFour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 MCC ForFour (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 MCC ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MCC ForFour | 2011 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | MCC | Smart |
| Model | ForFour | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1542 mm |
