2012 McLaren MP4-12C vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Forester 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 469 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 McLaren MP4-12C weights approximately 35 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 2005 Subaru Forester 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 424 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 McLaren MP4-12C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2012 McLaren MP4-12C | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
Make | McLaren | Subaru |
Model | MP4-12C | Forester |
Year Released | 2012 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 592 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 176 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 | 1399 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4506 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1199 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |