2003 GAZ 3111 vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 6 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, 2009 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2003 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2003 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 546 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2003 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GAZ 3111 | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | GAZ | Lotus |
| Model | 3111 | Elise |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2310 mm |
