Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2004 Carrera GT.
The 2004 Porsche Carrera GT, as catalogued in this overview, is equipped exclusively with a six-speed manual transmission and carries EPA fuel economy ratings of 9 mpg in the city, 15 mpg on the highway, and 11 mpg combined. These documented specifications — a single transmission option paired with consumption figures firmly in the performance-vehicle range — define the mechanical baseline that anchors the model's reference profile. For the researcher, this 2004 entry functions as the configuration standard from which the Carrera GT's transmission longevity and powertrain service demands are tracked across the model's production history.
Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.
Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.
From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 48 · 650 CCA battery. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Transmission | Manual 6-spd |
| Overall length | 181.5 in |
| Overall width | 75.6 in |
| Overall height | 46.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 92.5 in |
| Curb weight | 3042 lb |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 42/58 |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 9 / 15 / 11 mpg |
| Drivetrain | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Recommended fuel | Premium Gasoline |
0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.
Independent road tests for the Carrera GT of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.
| Year | Trim / engine | 0–60 | ¼ mile | HP | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | Roadster 5.7L V10 | 3.50 sec | 11.20 sec | 605 hp | RWD |
| 2004 | Roadster 5.7L V10 | 3.60 sec | 11.10 sec | 605 hp | RWD |
| 2004 | Roadster 5.7L V10 | 3.60 sec | 11.30 sec | 605 hp | RWD |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine 75W-90 · GL-5 in the differential. Torque lug nuts to 96 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-6-2-4-3-5.
| Differential Gear Oil | 75W-90 · GL-5 |
| Differential Gear Oil Capacity | 2 Pints, |
| Lug Nuts | 407 ft-lbs |
| Lug Nuts | 96 ft-lbs |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-6-2-4-3-5 |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 48 |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 650 cca |
| Minimum Pad Thickness | Front: 0.079; Rear: 0.079 in |
| Minimum Shoe Thickness | 0.079 in |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
Showing 1 of 1 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2004-2005 Carrera GT vehicles. The spherical joints that connect the wishbone suspension components on the front and rear axles can fail due to damage from… Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Dealers will inspect the suspension joints. If damage is found, owners are advised not to drive…
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EPA figures are 9 city / 15 highway / 11 combined mpg.