2000 GAZ 3111 vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2000 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2000 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 495 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.
Because 2012 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 GAZ 3111. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GAZ 3111. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GAZ 3111 | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | GAZ | Porsche |
| Model | 3111 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1939 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2896 mm |
