1999 Mazda Activehicle vs. 1996 McLaren F1 GTR

To start off, 1999 Mazda Activehicle is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 McLaren F1 GTR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 McLaren F1 GTR would be higher. At 6,061 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 McLaren F1 GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR (627 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 412 more horse power than 1999 Mazda Activehicle. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda Activehicle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda Activehicle weights approximately 450 kg more than 1996 McLaren F1 GTR.

Because 1999 Mazda Activehicle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 McLaren F1 GTR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda Activehicle 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, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR (715 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda Activehicle. (278 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1996 McLaren F1 GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda Activehicle. 1999 Mazda Activehicle has automatic transmission and 1996 McLaren F1 GTR has manual transmission. 1996 McLaren F1 GTR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mazda Activehicle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1999 Mazda Activehicle 1996 McLaren F1 GTR
Make Mazda McLaren
Model Activehicle F1 GTR
Year Released 1999 1996
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2967 cc 6061 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 627 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 7400 RPM
Torque 278 Nm 715 Nm
Torque RPM 4750 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1570 kg 1120 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1090 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2720 mm


 

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