2004 MCC Smart vs. 2004 MCC ForFour
To start off, both 2004 MCC Smart and 2004 MCC ForFour were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 14 more horse power than 2004 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 MCC ForFour should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MCC ForFour weights approximately 212 kg more than 2004 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 MCC Smart 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 2004 MCC Smart. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC Smart. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 MCC ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MCC Smart | 2004 MCC ForFour | |
| Make | MCC | MCC |
| Model | Smart | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1460 mm |
