2000 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 8 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 74 kg more than 2000 Porsche Carrera GT.
Because 2000 Porsche Carrera GT 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 2000 Porsche Carrera GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (600 Nm) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. (200 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Porsche Carrera GT | 2008 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | Carrera GT | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Top Speed | 330 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1324 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
