2012 McLaren MP4-12C vs. 2001 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 3,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 McLaren MP4-12C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C (592 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 451 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 146 kg more than 2012 McLaren MP4-12C.
Because 2001 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 McLaren MP4-12C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Xterra 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, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C (600 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 McLaren MP4-12C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 McLaren MP4-12C | 2001 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | McLaren | Nissan |
| Model | MP4-12C | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 592 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed automated manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4506 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1199 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
