2000 Ford Focus vs. 1999 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2000 Ford Focus is newer by 1 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 2,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2000 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 GAZ 3111 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 1999 GAZ 3111. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Focus, 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, 1999 GAZ 3111 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Focus | 1999 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Ford | GAZ |
| Model | Focus | 3111 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
