2005 McLaren F1 vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta is newer by 8 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 500 more horse power than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (118 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 McLaren F1 weights approximately 17 kg more than 2013 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 McLaren F1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 McLaren F1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 497 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2005 McLaren F1 | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | McLaren | Ford |
Model | F1 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6063 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 618 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 649 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1153 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4067 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2489 mm |