2002 GAZ 3110 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 GAZ 3110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 GAZ 3110 would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (254 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2002 GAZ 3110. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2002 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (620 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 GAZ 3110. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 GAZ 3110. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2002 GAZ 3110 has manual transmission. 2002 GAZ 3110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 GAZ 3110 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | GAZ | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 3110 | S |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5226 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3165 mm |
