2002 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 2006 Volkswagen Fox
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Fox is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 550 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. (54 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 367 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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 2002 Porsche Carrera GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Fox, 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, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (620 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 513 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. (107 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Fox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche Carrera GT | 2006 Volkswagen Fox | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | Carrera GT | Fox |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 17.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
