2002 GAZ 3110 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2002 GAZ 3110 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Passat (151 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2002 GAZ 3110. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2002 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 46 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2002 GAZ 3110 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 2002 GAZ 3110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2000 Volkswagen Passat (279 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 GAZ 3110. (190 Nm). This means 2000 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 GAZ 3110.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 GAZ 3110 | 2000 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | GAZ | Volkswagen |
| Model | 3110 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
