2012 McLaren MP4-12C vs. 2009 Chevrolet Uplander
To start off, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Uplander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Uplander would be higher. At 3,880 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C (592 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Uplander. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 McLaren MP4-12C weights approximately 359 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Uplander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 McLaren MP4-12C 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 2012 McLaren MP4-12C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Uplander, 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, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C (600 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Uplander. (325 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 McLaren MP4-12C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 McLaren MP4-12C | 2009 Chevrolet Uplander | |
| Make | McLaren | Chevrolet |
| Model | MP4-12C | Uplander |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3880 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 592 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed automated manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4506 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1199 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3080 mm |
