2000 GAZ 3111 vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 6 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 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForFour (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2000 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Because 2000 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 2000 GAZ 3111. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour, 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, 2006 Smart ForFour (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GAZ 3111. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GAZ 3111 | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | GAZ | Smart |
| Model | 3111 | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
