2004 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 2008 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2008 Toyota Matrix is newer by 4 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 479 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Matrix. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 25 kg more than 2008 Toyota Matrix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (591 Nm) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Matrix. (165 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | 2008 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | Carrera GT | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 605 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 591 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 50 L |
