2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2003 McLaren F1
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 McLaren F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 McLaren F1 would be higher. At 6,062 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-150. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 545 kg more than 2003 McLaren F1.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 McLaren F1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2003 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford F-150. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 2003 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | Ford | McLaren |
| Model | F-150 | F1 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 6062 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2720 mm |
