2005 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 2008 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2008 Nissan Navara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,733 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 432 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Navara weights approximately 652 kg more than 2005 Porsche Carrera GT.
Because 2008 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Porsche Carrera GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Navara will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Navara. (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Navara. 2008 Nissan Navara has automatic transmission and 2005 Porsche Carrera GT has manual transmission. 2005 Porsche Carrera GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche Carrera GT | 2008 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | Carrera GT | Navara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 330 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 80 L |
