2001 GAZ 3111 vs. 2001 Renault Kangoo
To start off, both 2001 GAZ 3111 and 2001 Renault Kangoo were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (58 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 460 kg more than 2001 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 GAZ 3111. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Renault Kangoo, 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, 2001 GAZ 3111 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 GAZ 3111 | 2001 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | GAZ | Renault |
Model | 3111 | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2610 mm |