2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2003 GAZ 3111
To start off, both 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara and 2003 GAZ 3111 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 55 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (93 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 GAZ 3111. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 2003 GAZ 3111 has automatic transmission and 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 GAZ 3111 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2003 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Suzuki | GAZ |
| Model | Grand Vitara | 3111 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2810 mm |
