2003 GAZ 3111 vs. 2004 Honda Insight
To start off, 2004 Honda Insight is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 GAZ 3111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 GAZ 3111 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 81 more horse power than 2004 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 647 kg more than 2004 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 GAZ 3111 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 2003 GAZ 3111. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Insight, 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, 2003 GAZ 3111 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Insight. (90 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GAZ 3111 | 2004 Honda Insight | |
| Make | GAZ | Honda |
| Model | 3111 | Insight |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
