2001 McLaren F1 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 McLaren F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 McLaren F1 would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 418 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Eos. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 77 kg more than 2001 McLaren F1.
Because 2001 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 2001 McLaren F1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Eos, 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, 2001 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Eos. (282 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
2001 McLaren F1 | 2009 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | McLaren | Volkswagen |
Model | F1 | Eos |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6063 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 618 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 649 Nm | 282 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2580 mm |