2000 Audi S3 vs. 2006 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi S3 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 2000 Audi S3. (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S3 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2006 Porsche Carrera GT.
Because 2000 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Porsche Carrera GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi S3 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, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi S3. (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S3 | 2006 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | S3 | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 98.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 92 L |
