2005 Mazda 3 vs. 2003 MCC ForFour
To start off, 2005 Mazda 3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 MCC ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 MCC ForFour would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 3 (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 MCC ForFour. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 3 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2003 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, 2005 Mazda 3 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 3 | 2003 MCC ForFour | |
| Make | Mazda | MCC |
| Model | 3 | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1331 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |
