2009 Honda Stream vs. 2005 McLaren F1
To start off, 2009 Honda Stream is newer by 4 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 495 more horse power than 2009 Honda Stream. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Stream weights approximately 264 kg more than 2005 McLaren F1.
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, 2009 Honda Stream, 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 495 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Stream. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Stream | 2005 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | Honda | McLaren |
| Model | Stream | F1 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 6063 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
