2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1998 McLaren F1
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 McLaren F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 McLaren F1 would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 2005 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 32 kg more than 1998 McLaren F1.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 McLaren F1 (649 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm). This means 1998 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Expedition. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1998 McLaren F1 has manual transmission. 1998 McLaren F1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 1998 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | Ford | McLaren |
| Model | Expedition | F1 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 6063 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |
