1999 GAZ 3111 vs. 2003 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2003 GAZ 3111 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 GAZ 3111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 GAZ 3111 would be higher. At 3,380 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GAZ 3111 (168 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 2003 GAZ 3111.
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, 1999 GAZ 3111 (270 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GAZ 3111. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GAZ 3111 | 2003 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | GAZ | GAZ |
| Model | 3111 | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3380 cc | 2285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2810 mm |
