2004 Caterham 7 vs. 2001 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 GAZ 3111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 GAZ 3111 would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Caterham 7 (251 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2001 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2001 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 1030 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7.
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 Caterham 7 (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GAZ 3111. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Caterham 7 | 2001 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Caterham | GAZ |
| Model | 7 | 3111 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2810 mm |
