2000 GAZ 3111 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GAZ 3111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GAZ 3111 would be higher. At 2,769 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2000 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2000 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 87 kg more than 2000 GAZ 3111. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (279 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GAZ 3111. (216 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GAZ 3111 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | GAZ | Volkswagen |
| Model | 3111 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 2769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1587 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
