2004 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 2012 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2012 Lotus Evora 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 329 more horse power than 2012 Lotus Evora. (276 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2012 Lotus Evora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lotus Evora weights approximately 2 kg more than 2004 Porsche Carrera GT.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (591 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Evora. (349 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Evora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | 2012 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Porsche | Lotus |
| Model | Carrera GT | Evora |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 605 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 591 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 59 L |
