2003 Porsche GT2 vs. 2004 Porsche 911

To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche GT2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche GT2 would be higher. At 3,989 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (476 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Porsche GT2. (456 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Porsche GT2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 69 kg more than 2003 Porsche GT2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (640 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche GT2. (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche GT2.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Porsche GT2 2004 Porsche 911
Make Porsche Porsche
Model GT2 911
Year Released 2003 2004
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Rear Rear
Engine Size 3600 cc 3989 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 456 HP 476 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 620 Nm 640 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1446 kg 1515 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2360 mm


 

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