1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 16 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XF (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1996 GAZ 3110. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1996 GAZ 3110.
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, 2012 Jaguar XF (574 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 GAZ 3110. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 GAZ 3110. 2012 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 1996 GAZ 3110 has manual transmission. 1996 GAZ 3110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 GAZ 3110 | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | GAZ | Jaguar |
| Model | 3110 | XF |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2908 mm |
