2006 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 2 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 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 539 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 267 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 503 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Spark | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Spark | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 5731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 92 L |
