2003 GAZ 3111 vs. 2005 Mazda Marathon
To start off, 2005 Mazda Marathon is newer by 2 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 44 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Marathon. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Marathon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Marathon weights approximately 17 kg more than 2003 GAZ 3111.
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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Marathon. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Marathon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GAZ 3111 | 2005 Mazda Marathon | |
| Make | GAZ | Mazda |
| Model | 3111 | Marathon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 2260 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 10 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1517 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2680 mm |
