1998 McLaren F1 vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 McLaren F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 McLaren F1 would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Sienna. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 759 kg more than 1998 McLaren F1.
Because 2009 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 McLaren F1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1998 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Sienna. 2009 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1998 McLaren F1 has manual transmission. 1998 McLaren F1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 McLaren F1 | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | McLaren | Toyota |
| Model | F1 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 3455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3040 mm |
