2002 Chrysler LHS vs. 2002 McLaren F1
To start off, both 2002 Chrysler LHS 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 368 more horse power than 2002 Chrysler LHS. (250 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2002 Chrysler LHS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chrysler LHS weights approximately 453 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 Chrysler LHS, 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 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chrysler LHS. (327 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2002 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chrysler LHS. 2002 Chrysler LHS 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 Chrysler LHS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chrysler LHS | 2002 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | Chrysler | McLaren |
| Model | LHS | F1 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3516 cc | 6063 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2720 mm |
