2004 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo 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 520 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 268 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. 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 461 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (130 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | Carrera GT | Polo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 605 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 591 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 45 L |
