2002 Cadillac XLR vs. 2005 McLaren F1
To start off, 2005 McLaren F1 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Cadillac XLR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Cadillac XLR 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 302 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac XLR. (316 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 484 kg more than 2005 McLaren F1.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac XLR. (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac XLR. 2002 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 2005 McLaren F1 has manual transmission. 2005 McLaren F1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Cadillac XLR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac XLR | 2005 McLaren F1 | |
Make | Cadillac | McLaren |
Model | XLR | F1 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | 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 | 316 HP | 618 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 87.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |