2002 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2002 McLaren F1

To start off, both 2002 Cadillac DeVille and 2002 McLaren F1 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac DeVille. (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 529 kg more than 2002 McLaren F1.

Because 2002 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 2002 McLaren F1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac DeVille, 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, 2002 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac DeVille. (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac DeVille. 2002 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 2002 McLaren F1 has manual transmission. 2002 McLaren F1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Cadillac DeVille will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Cadillac DeVille 2002 McLaren F1
Make Cadillac McLaren
Model DeVille F1
Year Released 2002 2002
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 4570 cc 6063 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 275 HP 618 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 7400 RPM
Torque 406 Nm 649 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 86.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 87.1 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1705 kg 1176 kg
Vehicle Length 5260 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1150 mm
Wheelbase Size 2900 mm 2720 mm


 

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