2004 McLaren F1 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 McLaren F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 McLaren F1 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 518 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 McLaren F1 weights approximately 61 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 McLaren F1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 2004 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 509 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 McLaren F1 | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | McLaren | Volkswagen |
Model | F1 | Polo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6063 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 619 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 649 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |