2000 GAZ 3111 vs. 2010 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2010 Fiat Croma is newer by 10 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, 2000 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 560 kg more than 2010 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Fiat Croma, 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, 2000 GAZ 3111 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GAZ 3111 | 2010 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | GAZ | Fiat |
| Model | 3111 | Croma |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
