2005 McLaren F1 vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2005 McLaren F1 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Xedos 9 would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 457 more horse power than 2004 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2004 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2005 McLaren F1.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 McLaren F1 | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | McLaren | Xedos |
| Model | F1 | 9 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
