2000 Audi A4 vs. 2005 McLaren F1
To start off, 2005 McLaren F1 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A4 would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 468 more horse power than 2000 Audi A4. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A4 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2005 McLaren F1.
Because 2000 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 McLaren F1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 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, 2005 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A4. (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 2005 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | Audi | McLaren |
| Model | A4 | F1 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 6063 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
