2003 Porsche GT2 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo

To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 2 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche GT2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche GT2 (456 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche GT2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 49 kg more than 2003 Porsche GT2.

Because 2003 Porsche GT2 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 2003 Porsche GT2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 2003 Porsche GT2 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Porsche GT2 2005 Volkswagen Polo
Make Porsche Volkswagen
Model GT2 Polo
Year Released 2003 2005
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3600 cc 1388 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 456 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 620 Nm 126 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 100 mm 76.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76.4 mm 75.6 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1446 kg 1495 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 3910 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2510 mm