2002 GAZ 3111 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 GAZ 3111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 GAZ 3111 would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2002 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2002 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 264 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 GAZ 3111. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 GAZ 3111 | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | GAZ | Volkswagen |
| Model | 3111 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2580 mm |
