2004 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 2012 Hyundai i20

To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 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 506 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 225 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i20. 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 454 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i20.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Porsche Carrera GT 2012 Hyundai i20
Make Porsche Hyundai
Model Carrera GT i20
Year Released 2004 2012
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 5736 cc 1396 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 605 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 591 Nm 137 Nm
Engine Bore Size 98 mm 77 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76 mm 75 mm
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1380 kg 1155 kg
Vehicle Length 4620 mm 3940 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1170 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2525 mm


 

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