1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2003 McLaren F1
To start off, 2003 McLaren F1 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 6,062 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 403 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 834 kg more than 2003 McLaren F1.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2003 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | Ford | McLaren |
| Model | Explorer | F1 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 6062 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |
