2004 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA
To start off, 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA is newer by 9 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 440 more horse power than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA. (165 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 198 kg more than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA. 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 401 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA | |
| Make | Porsche | Mazda |
| Model | Carrera GT | MX-5 MIATA |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 605 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 591 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4032 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1255 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 48 L |
