2004 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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 5,731 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 490 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 61 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf, 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 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | Carrera GT | Golf |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 330 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 55 L |
