2000 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (549 HP) has 244 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (305 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1000 kg more than 2000 Porsche Carrera GT.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Porsche Carrera GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (600 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (411 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2000 Porsche Carrera GT has manual transmission. 2000 Porsche Carrera GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Porsche Carrera GT | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | Carrera GT | Touareg |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5500 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 305 HP |
Torque | 600 Nm | 411 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 93 mm |
Top Speed | 330 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |