2003 McLaren F1 vs. 2008 Toyota Auris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Auris is newer by 5 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 496 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Auris. (122 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Auris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Auris weights approximately 135 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, 2008 Toyota Auris, 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 491 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Auris. (158 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2003 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Auris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 McLaren F1 | 2008 Toyota Auris | |
| Make | McLaren | Toyota |
| Model | F1 | Auris |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6062 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
