2004 Audi A8 vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, both 2004 Audi A8 and 2004 Porsche Carrera GT were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 2004 Audi A8. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A8 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2004 Porsche Carrera GT.
Because 2004 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 2004 Porsche Carrera GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8, 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, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A8. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A8 | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A8 | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 5731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 92 L |
