2000 GAZ 3111 vs. 2011 Ford E-350
To start off, 2011 Ford E-350 is newer by 11 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2000 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2000 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1330 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.
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, 2011 Ford E-350 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GAZ 3111. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GAZ 3111. 2011 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2000 GAZ 3111 has manual transmission. 2000 GAZ 3111 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 GAZ 3111 | 2011 Ford E-350 | |
Make | GAZ | Ford |
Model | 3111 | E-350 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2287 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3505 mm |