2005 McLaren F1 vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 McLaren F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 McLaren F1 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 387 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (231 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 463 kg more than 2005 McLaren F1.
Because 2006 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 McLaren F1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza 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, 2005 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 McLaren F1 | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | McLaren | Subaru |
| Model | F1 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
