2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 McLaren MP4-12C
To start off, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C (592 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 951 kg more than 2012 McLaren MP4-12C.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 McLaren MP4-12C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C (600 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (455 Nm). This means 2012 McLaren MP4-12C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 McLaren MP4-12C | |
| Make | Chevrolet | McLaren |
| Model | Silverado | MP4-12C |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 592 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6270 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1199 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2670 mm |
