2003 GAZ 3111 vs. 2011 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 8 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, 2011 Chevrolet HHR (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2003 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2003 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 69 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet HHR.
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, 2011 Chevrolet HHR, 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet HHR. (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GAZ 3111 | 2011 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | GAZ | Chevrolet |
| Model | 3111 | HHR |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2629 mm |
