2002 Ford Explorer vs. 1996 GAZ 3110
To start off, 2002 Ford Explorer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 GAZ 3110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 GAZ 3110 would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1996 GAZ 3110. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1996 GAZ 3110.
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, 2002 Ford Explorer (335 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 GAZ 3110. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 GAZ 3110.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Explorer | 1996 GAZ 3110 | |
| Make | Ford | GAZ |
| Model | Explorer | 3110 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 2692 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2810 mm |
