1995 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Audi A4 would be higher. At 5,736 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (605 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 457 more horse power than 1995 Audi A4. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 83 kg more than 1995 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (591 Nm) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi A4. (210 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A4 | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A4 | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 591 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 92 L |
