1997 McLaren F1 vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 McLaren F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 McLaren F1 would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 480 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 458 kg more than 1997 McLaren F1.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 McLaren F1 (649 Nm) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm). This means 1997 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 McLaren F1 | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | McLaren | Nissan |
| Model | F1 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1628 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2540 mm |
