2004 BMW 318 vs. 2002 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2004 BMW 318 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 GAZ 3111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 GAZ 3111 would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2004 BMW 318. 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 318 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 GAZ 3111. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 318 | 2002 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | BMW | GAZ |
| Model | 318 | 3111 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 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 | 1470 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
