1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 11 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 GAZ 3110. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1996 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 111 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 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 GAZ 3110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 1996 GAZ 3110 (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 GAZ 3110 | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | GAZ | Kia |
| Model | 3110 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1511 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2640 mm |
