1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 1999 McLaren F1
To start off, both 1999 Citroen Xsara and 1999 McLaren F1 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,061 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 McLaren F1 (618 HP) has 544 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 McLaren F1 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 McLaren F1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 McLaren F1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xsara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 536 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Xsara | 1999 McLaren F1 | |
Make | Citroen | McLaren |
Model | Xsara | F1 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 6061 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 618 HP |
Torque | 113 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 87.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |