2004 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,736 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (605 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. (238 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 780 kg more than 2004 Porsche Carrera GT.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (591 Nm) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. (315 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | Carrera GT | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 605 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 591 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 55 L |
