2009 Kia Rio vs. 2004 MCC ForFour
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 5 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 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Rio (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 MCC ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 566 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, 2009 Kia Rio (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC ForFour. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Rio | 2004 MCC ForFour | |
| Make | Kia | MCC |
| Model | Rio | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
