1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 GAZ 3110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 GAZ 3110 would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1996 GAZ 3110. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1996 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 224 kg more than 1996 GAZ 3110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 GAZ 3110 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 GAZ 3110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Sharan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 GAZ 3110 (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Sharan. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 GAZ 3110 | 2003 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | GAZ | Volkswagen |
| Model | 3110 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2850 mm |
