2000 GAZ 3111 vs. 2012 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2012 Nissan NP300 is newer by 12 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 36 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NP300. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2000 GAZ 3111.
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, 2000 GAZ 3111 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NP300. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
2000 GAZ 3111 | 2012 Nissan NP300 | |
Make | GAZ | Nissan |
Model | 3111 | NP300 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2960 mm |