2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 1996 McLaren F1 GTR
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 McLaren F1 GTR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 McLaren F1 GTR would be higher. At 6,061 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 McLaren F1 GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR (627 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 427 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 387 kg more than 1996 McLaren F1 GTR.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR (715 Nm) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm). This means 1996 McLaren F1 GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1996 McLaren F1 GTR has manual transmission. 1996 McLaren F1 GTR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 1996 McLaren F1 GTR | |
| Make | Mazda | McLaren |
| Model | Tribute | F1 GTR |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 6061 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 627 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 715 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1507 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |
