2004 McLaren F1 vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2004 McLaren F1 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 McLaren F1 (619 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. (200 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 925 kg more than 2004 McLaren F1.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 McLaren F1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. (329 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 McLaren F1 | 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | McLaren | Mitsubishi |
| Model | F1 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 619 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2790 mm |
