2003 GAZ 3111 vs. 2002 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2003 GAZ 3111 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 2,285 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 695 kg more than 2002 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 GAZ 3111 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GAZ 3111 | 2002 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | GAZ | Smart |
| Model | 3111 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 1820 mm |
