2004 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 2012 Chevrolet Kalos
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 8 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 523 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Kalos. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 310 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Kalos. 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 468 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Kalos. (123 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | 2012 Chevrolet Kalos | |
| Make | Porsche | Chevrolet |
| Model | Carrera GT | Kalos |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 605 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 591 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 45 L |
