2001 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Touran.
Because 2001 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 2001 Porsche Carrera GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (602 Nm) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. (200 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche Carrera GT | 2004 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | Carrera GT | Touran |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 602 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Top Speed | 329 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
