2004 Acura EL vs. 2004 GAZ 3111
To start off, both 2004 Acura EL and 2004 GAZ 3111 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 318 kg more than 2004 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 GAZ 3111. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Acura EL, 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, 2004 GAZ 3111 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura EL. 2004 GAZ 3111 has automatic transmission and 2004 Acura EL has manual transmission. 2004 Acura EL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 GAZ 3111 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Acura EL | 2004 GAZ 3111 | |
Make | Acura | GAZ |
Model | EL | 3111 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |