2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2001 McLaren F1

To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 McLaren F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 McLaren F1 would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 403 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 999 kg more than 2001 McLaren F1.

Because 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 McLaren F1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2001 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2001 McLaren F1 has manual transmission. 2001 McLaren F1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee 2001 McLaren F1
Make Jeep McLaren
Model Grand Cherokee F1
Year Released 2008 2001
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2986 cc 6063 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 618 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 7400 RPM
Torque 510 Nm 649 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2169 kg 1170 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1150 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2720 mm