2004 GAZ 3110 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GAZ 3110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GAZ 3110 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 GAZ 3110. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2004 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 67 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle.
Because 2004 GAZ 3110 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 3110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle, 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, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GAZ 3110. (189 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GAZ 3110.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GAZ 3110 | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | GAZ | Volkswagen |
| Model | 3110 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4278 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2537 mm |
