2003 McLaren F1 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touran

To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 McLaren F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 McLaren F1 would be higher. At 6,062 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 519 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 403 kg more than 2003 McLaren F1.

Because 2003 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 2003 McLaren F1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2003 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2003 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Touran.

Compare all specifications:

2003 McLaren F1 2004 Volkswagen Touran
Make McLaren Volkswagen
Model F1 Touran
Year Released 2003 2004
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 6062 cc 1895 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 618 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 7400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 649 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86.1 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 87.1 mm 95.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1170 kg 1573 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1150 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2680 mm


 

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