2004 BMW 118 vs. 2000 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2004 BMW 118 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GAZ 3111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GAZ 3111 would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 BMW 118. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2004 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 BMW 118 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GAZ 3111. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 118 | 2000 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | BMW | GAZ |
| Model | 118 | 3111 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
